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RosieG

What liability does a bystander doctor have if he/she tries to help save a life? Is there immunity from lawsuits if the person dies?

Posted - June 17, 2017
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  • 5354
    If totally untrained, then no liability. If a trained medic then there might be some liability.

    In any case it would depend on a 'qualified opinion' from an MD, stating that the deceased would not have died if no attempt to 'help' had been made. This post was edited by JakobA the unAmerican. at June 18, 2017 3:30 AM MDT
      June 17, 2017 5:51 AM MDT
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  • 113301
    I think it's kinda scary though JakobA. Is there a Good Samaritan law that can protect folks? Thank you for your thoughtful and helpful answer and Happy Sunday! :)
      June 18, 2017 3:30 AM MDT
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  • 10988
    In the US, all states have some form of Good Samaritan law which protects doctors and some others who act in good faith to provide assistance. The exact provisions vary by state. Many other countries also have similar laws.
      June 17, 2017 7:00 AM MDT
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  • 22891
    i dont think they would punish him for trying cause he didnt have to help at all
      June 17, 2017 5:00 PM MDT
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