People who see a child drowning have no duty in tort law to resue that child, unless a particular relationship existed. This is an example of:

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This is an example of nonfeasance, which refers to a failure to act or perform a duty that one is required to do. In this case, unless a particular relationship (such as parental or caregiver responsibility) existed, there is no legal duty for a person to rescue a child who is drowning.

People Who See a Child Drowning Have No Duty in Tort