Why do you want to "sue?" Were you hurt? Did you have property damage? If you were hurt retain a lawyer immediately, especially since there are notice requirements that need to be filed under the Federal Tort claims act. If you have property damage report it to your insurance company.
Will you be bringing a claim for bodily injury, or just property damage to the car? If you are injured, it's a fairly complicated process for the unfamiliar, however, most personal injury lawyers will have handled this type of claim in the past.
Ira Mark MaurerCar / Auto Accident LawyerFishkill, NY ·
There is a special process that must be followed under the Federal Tort Claims Act. Most importantly, there is a statute of limitations period that must be complied with. Hiring an experienced attorney is essential to obtaining a positive outcome.
Yes. You can bring a claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act. you must submit the claim using form SF -95 once you are done with all medical treatment and including all medical bills and records and any other proof of loss. There is a 2 year statute of limitation s from the date of your injury. My office has handled several of these claims in the past.
You need to contact an attorney to ensure time does not expire on your claim. The statute of limitations (the time you have to file your claim) is limited when dealing with a public entity i.e. the US post office. has a terrific find a lawyer tool to help you find an auto accident injury attorney to review your case and advise you accordingly.