Negligent tort — Negligence is at the heart of many tort actions. The City of Oakland has a standard claim form that can be used for your convenience.If you were injured due to someone else's negligence, our Oakland personal injury lawyers are here to help and support you. If you were injured on government-owned property, call an experienced Oakland premises liability attorney at Spencer Young Law today for a free consultation. The California Tort Claims Act allows individuals to sue the state government in limited circumstances, such as premises liability cases. For a claim to have merit, negligence must have caused the injury or property damage to a person. Speak to a seasoned Oakland personal injury attorney in complete confidence. At no cost and no obligation. An Oakland premises liability lawyer could help you file a claim for damages if you suffered injuries because of a negligent property owner. Most torts occur because of negligence or mistakes.