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January 3, 2022 57 mins

On Season 3, Episode 9 of The Verdict, Managing Partner Craig Carlson and Killeen Personal Injury Partner Michael Erskine discuss crashes with government entities such as police vehicles, EMS, post office vehicles, and more.

Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
02:35 - Can I sue the government?
05:27 - What are some conditions someone might need to build a successful case against federal government vehicles?
13:28 - What is the process like when suing the federal government?
17:32 - How long does it take for a case with the federal government to resolve?
19:06 - What is it like navigating cases with post office vehicles?
25:54 - Does auto insurance get involved when there is a collision with a federal vehicle
32:02 - Details about Craig Carlson’s case with a tank
37:15 - Is the jargon on required forms present to make it difficult for people to understand?
40:35 - Does the presence of children on a school bus change the way the lawsuit is handled?
48:24 - Unknown aspects of the tort claims act
51:04 - Additional stories and comments from attorneys
56:31 - Outro


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Where Personal Injury Law Meets Storytelling - The Verdict is not your average legal podcast. We embrace the art of storytelling and take you through the legal process to examine how personal injury law intersects with your daily life. Join The Carlson Law Firm’s lawyers, case managers, legal assistants, and clients as we explore acts of negligence, liability, and damages to give you The Verdict.

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