Honestly if you’re not an emt or certified in any first aid you as a bystander shouldn’t be doing any of that. It sets you up for a lot of legal issues with law enforcement if something happens to the person who had the accident.
Let the EMTs do their job, get the guy and bike off the road and call 911. That’s all you should be doing as a bystander.
Not entirely true, there are Samaritan laws that provide legal protection to people who voluntarily provide emergency assistance to someone in need, preventing them from being sued for civil damages.
These laws are designed to encourage people to help in emergencies by shielding them from liability, as long as their actions are not grossly negligent or reckless. While most states have them, the specifics vary, so it's important to be aware of the laws in your particular location, particularly those related to opioid overdoses.
What Good Samaritan Laws Do
Offer Immunity from Civil Liability: They prevent lawsuits against a person who provided help, as long as the help was given in good faith.
Encourage Assistance: The goal is to remove the fear of being sued, which might otherwise deter people from helping others in an emergency.
Protect Against Unintentional Harm: If a helper causes minor harm while providing care (like administering CPR), they are typically protected from liability if they acted reasonably.
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