If such drivers/employees are negligent in their actions, an employer can be held liable for damages caused to other drivers or pedestrians. As such negligence has to be applied. You need to prove that such a driver had:
• A duty of care
• They breached the duty of care by not observing traffic statutes
• You suffer injuries as a result
When filing your claim, you have to keep in mind the issue of qualified immunity, which is a defense to protect government officials from liability. The law states that if such a driver's actions clearly seem to violate any constitutional rights which a reasonable person in that situation would have acted in the same manner, they may not be held liable for injuries.
Every state has its own laws regarding such cases; it would be better to consult a car accident lawyer on the issue of liability.
Liability To the Employer
Where it's proven that the emergency driver was negligence, the employer will be held liable for their actions. If they prove the emergency driver never used reasonable care, such a driver may not be covered by qualified immunity. Any employer whose employee in the course of duty caused injury or death to others must pay for damages. Such damages can be paid if:
• The employee was with the scope of employment,
• Another employee given the same situation would have acted differently.
When such is evidence, there is no sovereign immunity that can deter you from obtaining your compensation.
Without proper evidence, the chances are that your claim will be denied. Again, every state has its own set of rules to follow when filing a tort claim. The FTCA will ensure you get compensated for every wrongful act committed by their employee. Remember that if the driver was an independent contractor, you would be barred from filing a claim.
If you have a valid claim, you will get damages. Again, you will need evidence to show how the emergency driver was negligent enough to cause your injuries. Therefore, you need a lawyer who understands all the rules needed to file a FTCA claim to advise on whether you have a valid claim.