Many of the places we go and the spaces we inhabit each day are owned by the federal government and operated by its employees. If the negligent on-the-job behavior of a federal employee causes another person physical injury, loss of life or property damage, the victim has the right to seek restitution from the government under the Federal Tort Claims Act of 1946.

Federal tort claims differ from other civil suits because they are tried in a federal court, and are presented before a judge only - rather than before a judge and jury - in a procedure known as a bench trial. Because of the enormous difference between these two types of trials, it is critical that the prosecuting attorney have experience with the bench trial process.

At Levin & Perconti, we have extensive experience with all types of federal tort claims, and have won numerous multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements for our clients, including a $5.77 million verdict for woman who became paralyzed as the result of a Veterans Administration physician's failure to perform timely surgery, and a $3.5 million settlement for a 46-year-old man who was paralyzed as a result of his physicians' failure to diagnose and treat a spinal epidural abscess.

If you believe you or a loved one may have a valid federal tort claim, you should take action as quickly as possible. Statutes of limitations do exist, and they vary from case to case. Please contact one of our attorneys at 312.332.2872, or via our quick contact form. We will gladly review the details of your situation and consult with you on the best course of action. There is absolutely NO FEE for a consultation and no obligation of any kind.

If you or a loved one has been injured, contact us online or call us at 312-332-2872 to set up a free consultation to discuss your legal options.