About the Program
The Liability Program covers claims made against the county for damage to persons and/or personal property purportedly caused by county employees and/or equipment. This program provides in-house claims adjusting and the recovery of money when the county has suffered a loss due to the actions of another. Claims resulting in litigation are handled by
County Counsel. All personal injury claims and claims over a certain amount are sent to a private insurance adjuster for processing.
Claim Process
The public may file a
claim for property damage and/or a
claim for personal injury with the clerk of the
Board of Supervisors.
Non-Employee Accidents
When an employee is aware of an accident on county property involving a member of the public, the employee shall fill out a
non-employee accident report and submit it to County Counsel.
Hold Harmless Travel Agreement