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What are the good samaritan laws for WV
what are the laws?
"Good Samaritan" laws. They vary from state to state.
Eleven states have enacted Good Samaritan/911 laws, but Ohio is not one of them. Ohio has a Good Samaritan law for medical personnel and civilians who try to assist in medical emergencies.
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Good Samaritan laws in Tennessee generally protect individuals from liability when they voluntarily assist someone in an emergency situation, as long as they act in good faith and without expectation of payment. These laws are intended to encourage people to provide assistance in emergencies without fear of legal repercussions.
To help someone how people didn't help as he was prejudge by others travelling by.
The Good Samaritan law in New Jersey encourages people to provide emergency care to an injured person. The law protects the people from law suits and criminal charges.
If you are CPR certified, the good samaritan laws still apply to you.Added: Being "certifed" in First Aid or CPR does not make one legally liable.The Good Samaritan laws apply to well intentioned civilians otherwise 'untrained' and uneducated in medical practice. They would not safeguard to a medical professional (e.g.: doctor - nurse - etc) who would remain professionally liable for their actions.
People are sometimes afraid to assist in case of an accident because they fear prosecution for wrongdoing. Good Samaritan Law protects people who give assistance to those who are injured and in need of help.
The laws governing veterinarians and veterinary technicians vary from state to state. Therefore the answer varies.