If you believe that MnDOT was negligent, causing damage or injury to you or your property, please follow these steps to submit a tort claim to MnDOT. A tort is an act or omission that gives rise to injury or harm to another and amounts to a civil wrong for which courts impose liability.Tort claims against the government at the state level are allowed under Minnesota Statutes section 3.736 Subd. A tort claim is a civil demand for compensation for the personal injury suffered. Under the FTCA, the federal government acts as a self-insurer, and recognizes liability for the negligent or wrongful acts or omissions of its employees. Conciliation Court is also known as small claims court. Prior to the adoption of the. Municipal Tort Liability Act, the Minnesota Supreme Court had held that notice need only be given in cases involving negligence. Standard Form 95 is used to present claims against the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) for property damage, personal injury, or death. These situations have unique circumstances, and your contract manager will work with you to help you understand the terms of your contract.