A Guide to the Federal Torts Claim Act

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The guide addresses the FTCA’s waiver of sovereign immunity, its purpose, scope, exclusions, exceptions, and the procedures for presenting administrative tort claims and filing suit. It discusses the protections the FTCA may provide to federal employees sued in tort. It explains the FTCA’s rules for damages and for financial matters, including attorneys’ fees, costs, and interest. Finally, it examines the FTCA settlement process and recommends approaches to settlement negotiations.

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