Hopewell Borough, MT · Mercer County
Notice of Tort Claim Form
This notice lets a claimant report a tort claim to Hopewell Borough and provide details about the occurrence, claimed losses, and supporting documents.
What this form is
Claimants use this notice to report an occurrence or accident and describe the municipality or agency they believe caused their damage. The form asks for claimant and incident details, witnesses, alleged wrongful acts, damages, and related insurance or payments. It lists supporting documents to submit, including bills, damage estimates, reports, and employer wage verification.
Who needs it
A person making a tort claim against Hopewell Borough can use this notice to provide the requested claim and damage information.
How to submit it
Forward the completed notice to the Hopewell Borough Clerk, 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ 08525. The form lists no email, portal, or fee.
About notarization
This notice is signed and dated without a notary; the claimant certifies the statements are true and identifies the supporting documents attached.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Notice of Tort Claim form.
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Complete The Notice
Provide claimant details, occurrence information, and the requested descriptions of losses and damages.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Attach the bills, estimates, reports, and wage or income documents listed in the notice.
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Sign And Date
Sign and date the notice and print the name of the person signing.
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Forward To The Borough Clerk
Send the completed notice to the Hopewell Borough Clerk at 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ 08525.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Notice of Tort Claim?
- No. The notice has no notary block; the claimant signs and dates it and certifies that the statements are true.
- How do I submit the Notice of Tort Claim?
- Forward it to the Hopewell Borough Clerk, 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell, NJ 08525. The form lists no email or online submission option.
- What supporting documents does the notice list?
- It lists itemized bills, property damage appraisals and estimates, written reports from expert witnesses and treating physicians, and employer verification of lost wages. Self-employed claimants are asked for an income calculation.
Need something notarized?
This Notice of Tort Claim Form doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Hopewell Borough form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.