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July 17, 2008 McDaniel v. Keck Appellate Division Third Department
Guiding Principle:
A health care provider (Good Samaritan) who voluntarily renders emergency care and treatment at the scene of an accident has qualified immunity from suit.

Summary of Facts:
Nurse "Nancy K" contracted with Bronxville Elementary School to be on site at a working farm visited by the school's students. The nurse was on site to administer medications and provide basic first aid for Bronxville students.

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