To mark the 50-year milestone of the Heimlich Maneuver’s introduction, and to recognize the legacy of Dr. Henry Heimlich himself, we at the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library are sharing resources. Read more to learn about the Good Samaritan Law in Texas, restaurant liability for choking incidents, and other related issues at the intersection of public health, safety, and law, including the debate surrounding Heimlich’s technique and what the Red Cross currently recommends when administering aid in choking incidents.
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