Question

Gabe is browsing movies in a video store when he sees a man fall to the ground. Gabe has had a CPR and first aid class before, and upon examining the victim, Gabe determines that he should give a CPR until the ambulance arrives. He gives the victim CPR and successfully resuscitates him. However, later the victim sues Gabe because while giving him CPR, Gabe broke two of the victim's ribs.What is the best defense Gabe could use to not be held liable for his actions?

Answer 1

Answer:

Good Samaritan statutes

Explanation

A good Samaritan is a person who offered aid on a voluntary basis during an emergency.

Despite the fact that a person is not supposed to offer  first aid unless it is part of their job description. Gabe was qualified because he has had CPR and first aid classes before and successfully resuscitated the victim. He can defend himself with the Good Samaritan statute.

It offers legal protection to someone who rendered aid and made an error like Gabe when he accidentally broke two of the victims ribs.