GoodSamaritanLaw

Good Samaritan Laws vary from state to state but are usually set in place to protect individuals who come to the aid of others in the event of a medical emergency from legal liability. Certain stipulations include that if the victim is conscious then their permission is required in order for someone attempting to aid them can be covered under this law. Under these laws Good Samaritans are protected from claims of negligence in case of a mistake made during the application of medical aid to the victim.
 * __Good Samaritan Law __**

 Is applicable when individuals voluntarily offer their assistance in the aid of other individuals who are in dire need of medical attention.
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 *  http://www.rescueriders.org/liability.html

 **Related Terminology**  First-Aid Law

 **Citation/Reference**  http://definitions.uslegal.com/g/good-samaritans/


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 Here is an example of individuals coming to the aid of another by pulling him from this burning wreck. Under the Good Samaritan Law they are protected from any claims of liability because of the nature of the situation.