Motorcycle Accident Rescue Gone Wrong? New York Courts Have Your Back | Ep.#40

Motorcycle accident lawyer Rich Jaffe explains the "Danger Invites Rescue" Doctrine—the vital legal protection every biker needs to know. If you stop to help a crashed rider and get injured during the rescue, do you have a right to compensation? This episode breaks down how personal injury law protects "Good Samaritans" and holds negligent drivers accountable for injuries sustained by rescuers.

Chapters:
0:00 🏍️ Introduction: Riding Counsel Podcast & Biker Legal Rights
0:49 ⚖️ What is the Danger Invites Rescue Doctrine? Motorcycle Accident Law Explained
3:45 🛡️ Danger Invites Rescue vs Good Samaritan Law: Key Differences for Bikers
6:32 📋 Reasonable Perception of Danger: When Does Legal Protection Apply?
9:11 🔥 Real-World Case: Tanker Explosion Rescue & Personal Injury Claims
12:30 🚨 First Responders & Firefighter Rule: Who's NOT Covered by This Doctrine?
15:27 💰 Insurance Coverage Options: Uninsured Motorist & Homeowners Policies Explained
20:15 🎯 Property vs People: Can You Sue for Rescuing a Dog or Saving Property?
24:45 🛑 Legal Defenses & Limitations: How Defendants Fight Rescue Doctrine Claims
28:30 🤝 Biker Community & Roadside Rescue: Why Motorcyclists Always Stop to Help

🔑 KEY TOPICS COVERED:
• What is the Danger Invites Rescue Doctrine?
• Who can you sue if you're injured while rescuing someone?
• How this differs from Good Samaritan laws
• Real-world cases and practical examples
• State-by-state variations and requirements
• What "reasonable perception of danger" really means
• Insurance implications (uninsured motorist, homeowners, etc.)
• Special rules for first responders

💡 BOTTOM LINE: If you see a biker in trouble and stop to help, the law protects you. But there are important details every rider should understand.

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