Which of the following is true regarding whether Mike is liable for the injuries Sam sustained in coming to the rescue of the divers in distress?
A) Mike is not liable for Sam's injuries because Sam had no legal duty to come to the aid of the other divers.
B) Mike is not liable for Sam's injuries because Sam assumed the risk of harm.
C) Mike is not liable for Sam's injuries because the shark attack constituted a superseding cause of the injuries.
D) Mike is liable for Sam's injuries only if he made them worse by not getting Sam medical attention on a timely basis.
E) Mike is liable for Sam's injuries under the danger invites rescue doctrine.

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If bystanders are injured while attempting to rescue individuals put in danger by a negligent party, many courts will hold the negligent party liable for the rescuers' injuries under what is known as the danger invites rescue doctrine.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding Whether Mike Is