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.

Another Pedestrian Hit While Walking Near Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park
Last week, another pedestrian was injured on Abbott Rd., Orchard Park, New York following the Buffalo Bills – Miami game. We have represented a number of pedestrians hit by a car following a Buffalo Bills game. Highmark Stadium, home to the Buffalo Bills, is a bustling hub for
