The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) allows parties who are injured by the negligence of the federal government or federal employees to file a lawsuit. The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) permits certain claims for injuries and prohibits other claims. The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) requires the injured person to follow certain requirements to properly establish a claim. The Attorneys at Andrews & Sanders Law Offices know these requirements and are here to help you navigate The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
Generally, an injured party is required to file a written notice of claim with the negligent federal agency within two years of the date the claim accrues. Determining when a claim accrues is different in every case and is something you should discuss with us. Failure to properly file a notice of claim against the negligent federal agency within two years prevents the injured party from filing suit against the federal government.
After the negligent federal agency is served with the notice of claim, the agency generally has six months to take action on the claim. If the agency does not take action within 6 months or denies the claim, the injured party can file a lawsuit, in United States District Court, against the agency. Again, The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) provides special rules for the case in Court. The Attorneys at Andrews & Sanders Law Offices know these requirements and are here to help you navigate The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
Remember, The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) is a very complex federal statute and therefore it is important that you contact our office as soon as you have been injured. The statute is complex and technical; if the statute is not followed exactly then you may lose your right to bring a claim. If you or someone you know has been injured by any negligent act of the federal government or its employees contact the attorneys at Andrews & Sanders Law Offices and let us help you navigate The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
