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.
Toyota Recalling 700,000 Minivans, Following Recent Recall of 1 Million Vehicles
September 27, 2013
Toyota is recalling Sienna minivans due to potential unexpected rollaways. Included are the years 2004, 2005 and 2007 to 2009. In addition, the company is recalling more than 1 million hybrids and CUVs due to suspension defects. The suspension recall involves the 2010 Lexus HS250 hybrid and 2006