Sec. 4. (a) Recognizing the special conditions created by an occurrence, it is the intent of the general assembly to provide supplemental relief for victims of the occurrence. It is not the intent of the general assembly to revise the tort claims act in order to address the special situation of the occurrence.

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Terms Used In Indiana Code 34-13-8-4

  • Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
  • occurrence: refers to one (1) or more acts or omissions by the state or employees of the state in connection with a single event occurring after July 31, 2011, and before September 1, 2011, that resulted in the death of seven (7) or more persons. See Indiana Code 34-13-8-2
  • Tort: A civil wrong or breach of a duty to another person, as outlined by law. A very common tort is negligent operation of a motor vehicle that results in property damage and personal injury in an automobile accident.
     (b) The attorney general may compromise or settle a claim or suit brought against the state or its employees as provided in this chapter.

     (c) Only eligible persons are eligible to receive compensation under this chapter.

As added by P.L.160-2012, SEC.62.

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