The Good Samaritan Rule
It's a concern many people have when faced with a situation where they are required to provide CPR. If they are not qualified and end up hurting the patient, could they be charged? The short answer is no. The Good Samaritan Rule states that someone that comes to the aid of someone else in imminent danger or peril cannot be sued for wrongdoing or incorrect practices. This encourages people to act and not stand on the sidelines for fear of persecution. Take this scenario: Jenny is not trained in CPR but decides to take action after an elderly neighbour goes