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. “
Labor Law 241(6): Fourth Department Finds In Favor Of Construction Worker
February 7, 2013
As a Western New York Labor Law attorney I continue to see construction workers injured due to the negligence and failure of owners and general contractors to provide the proper safety devices as required by law.