10-1-111. Immunity from liability. The state, an officer, employee, or agent of the state, or a member of the militia may not be held liable in a civil action for damages that result from an action that occurs while the officer, employee, agent, or member is considered an employee of the federal government under the Federal Tort Claims Act, 28 U.S.C. § 2671, et seq.

Terms Used In Montana Code 10-1-111

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201
  • 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.