Legal Procedures

Government Tort Claim

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A required administrative claim that must be filed before suing a government entity.

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In California, you must file a tort claim with the government agency within 6 months of injury. Failure to do so bars your lawsuit.

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Government Immunity (Sovereign Immunity)

Legal doctrine protecting government entities from being sued without their consent.

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