According to a recent AAJ article the legal rights of servicemembers injured by medical negligence would be restored under legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate. The article states that a 1950 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Feres v. United States prevents servicemembers on active duty from holding the government accountable for non-combat related injuries. This decision strips military families of their right to seek redress through our civil justice system. The Carmelo Rodriguez Military Medical Accountability Act (S. 1347 / H.R. 1478), sponsored by Sen. Charles Schumer (D-NY) and Rep. Maurice Hinchey (D-NY), would offer servicemembers injured by medical negligence the same protections currently provided to veterans.

John Feroleto Named Trial Attorney of the Year
Today, Buffalo, NY trial attorney, John Feroleto was named Trial Attorney of the Year by the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Western Region Affiliate. John was recognized for his contributions, skill, and leadership in the area of civil litigation. His areas of practice include tractor trailer collisions,