American society has always stressed the importance of self. It is the driving force in all aspects of American life. The individual is the first consideration in the daily life of the average American. We would most likely rebel against any law that tried to de-value our choice, because of our high regard for individual needs and freedom. This statute seeks to replace the importance we place on ourselves to the benefit of others. Americans have never placed much value in the well being of others. This is evident in the way we view other countries such as Japan.Japan has a national cultural identity that places a high value on the group. Every member of society accepts that he may lose his individuality to insure a greater benefit on the population. Moreover, Japan has an honor code which makes each citizen view himself through the eyes of his neighbor. Accordingly, the implementation of a duty to rescue in Japan was possible. Because America does not place any value on the group, legislating a duty to rescue would be unsuccessful. VIII.CONCLUSIONThe implementation of the New Jersey statute obligating a duty to rescue to a bystander is contrary to American social culture. The legal, religious and individualistic traditions of Americans make such a statute unenforceable. The goals of such a statute are admirable but inapplicable through statute....
