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Good Samaritan rule

Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002327

A legal principle that protects individuals who voluntarily offer aid to others in distress from liability for ordinary negligence. These laws encourage people to provide assistance without fear of being sued if their efforts inadvertently cause harm. The specific protections and conditions vary significantly by state statute.

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IdentifierMLC-T-LAW-002327
FieldLaw
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