Rhode Island General Laws 33-15-4.4. Immunity of good Samaritan guardians
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No person acting as a duly appointed good Samaritan guardian pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, will in the performance of their duty and responsibility as such a good Samaritan guardian, shall be liable for civil damage which result from acts or omissions by such persons so acting, which may constitute ordinary negligence. This immunity shall not apply to acts or omissions constituting gross negligence or willful or wanton conduct.
History of Section.
P.L. 1999, ch. 494, § 1.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 33-15-4.4
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- person: may be construed to extend to and include co-partnerships and bodies corporate and politic. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-6