Second Circuit Justice Sonia Sotomayor , called a “trailblazer should be easily affirmed as our next Supreme Court Justice. The New York Times reports that Sotomayor “brings to the confirmation experience the kind of rich personal story that has always been deeply gratifying to Americans, the journey from humble beginnings to a respected position of great influence.” The balance of the Court is expected to remain unchanged.

House Committee Approves Bill Allowing Military Med Mal
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.