Asked by Ashley Mayer on Jun 03, 2024

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Which of the following are state statutes stipulating that persons who provide emergency services to others in peril-unless they do so recklessly and cause further harm-cannot be sued for negligence?

A) Good Samaritan statutes
B) Dram shop statutes
C) Special negligence statutes
D) Social host statutes

Good Samaritan Statutes

Laws designed to offer legal protection to people who give reasonable assistance to those who are, or whom they believe to be, injured, ill, in peril, or otherwise incapacitated.

Dram Shop Statutes

Laws that hold alcohol-serving establishments liable for serving alcohol to visibly intoxicated persons or minors who subsequently cause harm.

Emergency Services

Public or private organizations that provide assistance and protect the public during emergencies, such as fire, medical, and law enforcement services.

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Siddiq JamalJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Good Samaritan statutes are designed to protect individuals who offer assistance to those in need during emergencies from being sued for negligence, as long as their actions are not reckless and do not cause further harm.