Does it seem to you that people today are scared to death to help anyone out because of the fear of being sued? I've heard of doctors losing their licenses because they stopped to help someone and then were sued. People could lose their homes.
I also heard where a judge tossed out a case and reprimanded the person suing because it was a nonsense case. The judge asked the person why he was suing the person that saved his life?
I know lawsuits have their place but come on people, you don't have to sue over everything. No wonder insurance costs, medical costs, auto and homeowners insurance are so high.
2007-07-24 06:25:12 · 3 answers · asked by lilith663 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
its just a nightmare. there is a case in Seminole County Florida where a woman is suing the county and city for tripping over a pinecone. i wish i was kidding. glad its not my firm handling. its lawyers that are willing to take these cases that make a bad name for all of them.
2007-07-24 06:37:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too many people today just want to get paid.
A lot of states have Good Samaritan Laws that says you can not sue someone for damage they caused trying to help you in a life threatening situation. For example, if somebody pulls you from a burning car and it agravates a back injury, you can not sue them for hurting your back.
2007-07-24 13:34:52 · answer #2 · answered by Michael C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many states (like Washington) have good Samaritan laws that protect people that offer assistance in many situations.
2007-07-24 13:35:00 · answer #3 · answered by davidmi711 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋