Injury Suits Against the Federal, State
and Local Governments
….You may only bring suit against the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania and the State and Local Governments under
the Political Sub Division Tort Claims Act. This Act is very
specific and has specific categories under which you may
overcome sovereign immunity (the right of the government to
be immune from suit). There are specific notice
requirements and limitations in that Act that weigh strongly
against a client hesitating seeking representation. Attorney
Vivian has litigated successfully against the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania and numerous local governments involving
injuries occasioned by the conduct of the government.
Injury suits involving the Federal Government are subject to
the Federal Tort Claims Act, and again, are very technical in
terms of notice requirements and process. Time limitations
are crucial in any suit to be brought against the Government.
There is absolutely no substitute for experience in suits
brought against the Government, and if you were injured on
Government property or as a result of any interaction with
Government employees you should schedule a consultation
at once in order to protect your rights.
(610) 258-6625
831 Lehigh Street Easton, PA 18042