Government Negligence Claims Under the FTCA

<h2>Government Negligence Under the FTCA</h2><p>The FTCA allows claims against the United States "in the same manner and to the same extent as a private individual under like circumstances." This means the government's liability is determined by the law of the state where the negligent act occurred.</p><h2>Common Government Negligence Claims</h2><ul><li><strong>VA medical malpractice:</strong> Negligent treatment at Veterans Affairs hospitals and clinics</li><li><strong>Military medical malpractice:</strong> Negligent care at military treatment facilities (for non-service members)</li><li><strong>Federal vehicle accidents:</strong> Collisions involving government vehicles (postal trucks, military vehicles)</li><li><strong>Premises liability:</strong> Injuries at federal buildings, national parks, and military installations</li><li><strong>Environmental contamination:</strong> Negligent handling of hazardous materials on federal property</li></ul>