Could you be sued for trying to save someone’s life?

If you know CPR or the Heimlich maneuver - use it. 

While some people are afraid of legal repercussions in the event of a life-saving maneuver gone wrong, you’ll have the Good Samaritan law on your side in most states. The wording varies from state to state, but it generally goes something like this: Any person who, in good faith, renders emergency medical care or assistance to an injured person at the scene of an accident or other emergency shall not be liable in civil damages in the course of such care or assistance.

In the event of an emergency, don’t fall victim to “crowd mentality.” This is the assumption that someone else will step in and save the day. Even better, get yourself certified and stay current with lifesaving skills that change from time to time. You’ll be glad someone else did if YOU’RE that emergency.