A recent AAJ article reports that a petition is pending requesting that the Supreme Court allow active duty military personnel to sue the government. Petty Officer Nathan Hafterson died on March 26, 2006, at Naval Hospital Jacksonville after being admitted for trouble breathing. His attorneys state that it would put military members on the same footing as civilians under the Federal Tort Claims Act. This malpractice action was denied by the lower courts because a federal law (known as the Feres doctrine) prohibits active military members from suing the US government.
Doll Recall
September 12, 2011
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling its Chloe, Sophie and Audrey soft dolls. Approximately 81,000 of these dolls have been sold nationwide.
The loops in the dolls’ hair and/or headbands can slip over a child’s head and around their neck.