Pennsylvania law 42 Pa.C.S. 8332 provides civil immunity to individuals, including emergency responders and bystanders, who in good faith provide emergency care or rescue. It protects them from civil damages unless their actions involve gross negligence or intentional harm. The law also clarifies that drivers of emergency vehicles are not protected under this immunity when operating the vehicle.
Individuals, including emergency responders and bystanders, who provide emergency care or rescue in good faith are protected from civil liability.
Yes, as long as they act in good faith and without gross negligence or intentional harm during emergency care or rescue.
No, drivers of emergency vehicles are not covered by this immunity when operating the vehicle pursuant to emergency response activities.
Acts involving gross negligence or intentional harm are not protected under this law, and liability may be imposed in such cases.