This form is designed as a general form for use with respect to all claims. Some of the questions may not be applicable to your particular claim.Notice of the claim against the public body generally must be filed within 90 days after the incident giving rise to the claim. This form is for filing a notice of claim against the City of Orange. The Federal Tort Claims Act prescribes a uniform procedure for handling of claims against the United States, for money damages only. A lawsuit against the State of New York may only be filed in the Court of Claims. A "tort," in personal injury context, is the action taken that causes injury to a third party or their property. Access the forms and information you need to file or respond to a small claims case. If a diagram will assist your explanation, please use the reverse side of this form: d). State the name and address of the Municipality or Agency that you claim.