Are there other ways to submit the Washington State Tort Claim? The Federal Tort Claims Act prescribes a uniform procedure for handling of claims against the United States, for money damages only.080 requires citizens to present the Standard Tort Claim form with the County Auditor or to the Deputy Auditor. State shall be filled within 180 days after the action occurs. You must sign and date this official claim form. 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. The regulations in this part provide procedures to be followed for claims asserted against the Department of Labor under the Federal Tort Claims Act.