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Originally Posted by RookWV Good Samaritan Laws were enacted (and all 50 states have some sort) to prevent lawsuits against those rendering aid unless it's been determined that there was gross negligence, some state laws even include trained professionals under this protection.
Leaving the scene, I would think, would constitute gross negligence. Most of the laws do say something about if you start rendering aid then you are required to continue until relieved or exhausted. |
You are correctthat we have Good Samaritan Laws in all fifty states. Most say that you are protected from liabilty if you act in good faith, it is not negligent, you act within your scope of practice, and you do not accept payment for services rendered. I was trying to warn people not to leave if they get tired, grossed out, scared, etc.
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Originally Posted by RookWV At the very least you should call 911.....remember that it could be you laying on the side of the road! |
There are two rules pertaining to this statement:
1.) If the victim is an adult, perform CPR for 1 minute and then call for help. This assumes that you do not have a cell phone or alternate means of contacting the correct EMS. I stated this because you never know when you cell phone will die, or you may not have any reception.
2.) If the victim is a child, call 911 (Europe 112) immediately before providing CPR.
Here is a link to help with questions you may have regarding your states legal aspects:
CPR Legal Link
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to post them and I will help in any way possible.