Home » Departments and Divisions » Legal Legal We provide quality legal representation to the City of South Bend, its departments, commissions, and agencies, efficiently and cost effectively, with our dedicated and professionally-skilled staff. This allows us to help further the South Bend’s strategic goals, and preserve the legal and ethical integrity of the City. Public Records Request Title VI Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Our Services Access to Public Records Act Access to Public Records Act Who is eligible to submit an APRA request?How long will it take for my request… Liability Claims Liability Claims What is a Liability Claim?Who can file a Liability Claim?Where is a Liability Claim Form provided?When is a… Alcoholic Beverage Permit Alcoholic Beverage Permit What is an Alcoholic Beverage Permit? An Alcoholic beverage permit is a written certificate issued by the… The Department does not provide legal advice to members of the public. Information and Resources 2015 Annual Report Claims How do I file a claim against the City? If you believe the City of South Bend is responsible for damage to your property or person, a claim must be filed with the City’s Legal Department. Your claim will be investigated. For additional information, please call the Legal Department at 574.235.9241. File a claim: According to Indiana law, a notice of claim against the City must describe in a short and plain statement the facts on which the claim is based, including: Circumstances which brought about loss; Extent of loss (please provide two (2) written estimates for property damage); Time and place loss occurred; Names of all persons involved, if known; Amount of the damages sought; Claimant’s residence at time of loss and time of filing notice. The notice of claim should be sent to the address on the liability claim form. A claim against the City of South Bend must be received by the City within 180 days of the date of the incident. Submission of a claim does not mean that the City necessarily will pay the claim. The information listed above must be provided before the City may begin to process your claim. DOWNLOAD LIABILITY CLAIM FORM Related Info Other Helpful Information: South Bend Municipal Code St. Joseph County Bar Association Indiana State Bar Association United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana St. Joseph County St. Joseph County Prosecutor State of Indiana Indiana Open Door Law Indiana Legal Services Notre Dame Legal Aid VIEW ALL NEWS Phone 574.235.9241 Fax 574.235.7670 Address 227 West Jefferson Blvd. Suite 1200 S South Bend, Indiana 46601 Leadership Sandra Kennedy Corporation Counsel
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Liability Claims Liability Claims What is a Liability Claim?Who can file a Liability Claim?Where is a Liability Claim Form provided?When is a…
Alcoholic Beverage Permit Alcoholic Beverage Permit What is an Alcoholic Beverage Permit? An Alcoholic beverage permit is a written certificate issued by the…
Claims How do I file a claim against the City? If you believe the City of South Bend is responsible for damage to your property or person, a claim must be filed with the City’s Legal Department. Your claim will be investigated. For additional information, please call the Legal Department at 574.235.9241. File a claim: According to Indiana law, a notice of claim against the City must describe in a short and plain statement the facts on which the claim is based, including: Circumstances which brought about loss; Extent of loss (please provide two (2) written estimates for property damage); Time and place loss occurred; Names of all persons involved, if known; Amount of the damages sought; Claimant’s residence at time of loss and time of filing notice. The notice of claim should be sent to the address on the liability claim form. A claim against the City of South Bend must be received by the City within 180 days of the date of the incident. Submission of a claim does not mean that the City necessarily will pay the claim. The information listed above must be provided before the City may begin to process your claim. DOWNLOAD LIABILITY CLAIM FORM Related Info Other Helpful Information: South Bend Municipal Code St. Joseph County Bar Association Indiana State Bar Association United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana St. Joseph County St. Joseph County Prosecutor State of Indiana Indiana Open Door Law Indiana Legal Services Notre Dame Legal Aid
How do I file a claim against the City? If you believe the City of South Bend is responsible for damage to your property or person, a claim must be filed with the City’s Legal Department. Your claim will be investigated. For additional information, please call the Legal Department at 574.235.9241. File a claim: According to Indiana law, a notice of claim against the City must describe in a short and plain statement the facts on which the claim is based, including: Circumstances which brought about loss; Extent of loss (please provide two (2) written estimates for property damage); Time and place loss occurred; Names of all persons involved, if known; Amount of the damages sought; Claimant’s residence at time of loss and time of filing notice. The notice of claim should be sent to the address on the liability claim form. A claim against the City of South Bend must be received by the City within 180 days of the date of the incident. Submission of a claim does not mean that the City necessarily will pay the claim. The information listed above must be provided before the City may begin to process your claim. DOWNLOAD LIABILITY CLAIM FORM Related Info Other Helpful Information: South Bend Municipal Code St. Joseph County Bar Association Indiana State Bar Association United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana St. Joseph County St. Joseph County Prosecutor State of Indiana Indiana Open Door Law Indiana Legal Services Notre Dame Legal Aid
Related Info Other Helpful Information: South Bend Municipal Code St. Joseph County Bar Association Indiana State Bar Association United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana St. Joseph County St. Joseph County Prosecutor State of Indiana Indiana Open Door Law Indiana Legal Services Notre Dame Legal Aid
Other Helpful Information: South Bend Municipal Code St. Joseph County Bar Association Indiana State Bar Association United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana St. Joseph County St. Joseph County Prosecutor State of Indiana Indiana Open Door Law Indiana Legal Services Notre Dame Legal Aid