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. “
Villages of Orleans Health & Rehabilitation Center Sued by the New York State Attorney General’s Office
December 1, 2021
The Orleans County nursing home, Villages of Orleans Health and Rehabilitation Center, where at least 23 patients died early on in the Covid pandemic has been sued by the New York State Attorney General’s office. The lawsuit relates to the treatment or lack of treatment provided to its
