u.s.s. Lancelot NCC-74410

diplomatic/JAG dEPARTMENT

TORT LAW (CLAIMS)

The Law of Tort (Claims) includes:

The Starfleet claims program involves the investigation, processing, and administrative settlement of claims - both by and against Starfleet - interplanetary under statutes, treaties, interplanetary agreements, Starfleet directives, and Starfleet regulations.

(1) The bases for claims against Starfleet include:

                (a) Damage or injury caused by the negligent or wrongful acts or omissions of Starfleet personnel acting within the scope of their employment.

                (b) Damage or injury caused by non-combat activities; i.e., activities that are essentially Starfleet in nature and have little parallel in civilian life.

                (c) Loss, damage, or destruction of personal property of personnel or civilian employees under Direct Authority of Starfleet; e.g., the loss, damage, or destruction of household goods during a permanent change of station move.

                (d) Unique or special claims provisions.

(2) The bases for claims in favor of Starfleet include:

                (a) The negligent or intentional infliction of damage to Federation property.

Should you have any questions or comments please e-mail the Chief Diplomatic/JAG Officer at the Diplomatic/JAG Department aboard the U.S.S. Lancelot.