The AAJ, citing the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, reported today that ” The House Judiciary Committee has approved a bill to give active duty members of the military the right to file medical malpractice suits against the government. In a 14-12 vote along strict party lines, the Democratic controlled panel Wednesday sent the bill to the full House where supporters contend the measure to repeal the so-called Feres Doctrine stands a good chance of winning approval. Rep. Steve Cohen (D-NY), whose subcommittee backed the bill, said eliminating the lawsuit ban was a question of fundamental fairness. “

Home Depot, Wegmans Candles Recalled
7 million candles are being recalled as the cup holding the candle could melt or catch fire.
The tea lights were sold under the Chesapeake Bay Candle and Modern Light brand names from 2009 through this year locally at Target, Wegmans, also other stores nationwide between July 2009