Is it advisable to stop and help someone dying in a road accident even though you know it could be very risky?
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Is it advisable to stop and help someone dying in a road accident even though you know it could be very risky?
You don’t have to stop and help if you see a wreck, but you may want to. Some folks worry about stopping and helping. They may have heard stories of people suing do-gooders who tried to help because something went wrong.
You need to rely on your instincts and what you can see about the environment around you to make that decision. You should never do anything that would jeopardize your own health and safety. If it is not safe for you to pull over, stop, and see if you can lend a hand, don’t. If you do think it is safe, reasonable, and right for you to help someone after they’re in an accident, be sure to; Call 911 immediately and park a distance away, only park in a place you know is safe to stop. You should keep at least 100 feet between your vehicle and the crash scene. This helps ensure you stop in a safe place away from traffic. It also prevents first responders and investigators from thinking your vehicle was involved in the collision.