Sirens, Lights, and Lawyers The Law & Other Really Important Stuff EMS Providers Never Learned in School

David Givot, a former paramedic turned EMS Defense lawyer, presents an engaging, informative, and irreverent guide for EMS providers at any stage of their career. Sirens, Lights, and Lawyers demystifies the law, lawyers, and risks affecting emergency medical services, equipping you with the knowledge and understanding to navigate the legal and personal challenges that arise in your day-to-day work. This easy-to-understand, far-from-boring guide tackles both basic and complex legal concepts, with real-life examples and practical advice on how to manage or avoid legal pitfalls. Beyond the law, David also explores topics such as leadership, mental health, interacting with lawyers and courtrooms, and other vital aspects of the EMS profession. Sirens, Lights, and Lawyers is written for those EMS providers who aspire to excel in their field, continually improve their practice, and lead the next generation in delivering exceptional service to the patients and communities who rely on them. Discover how to protect yourself, better serve your patients, and confidently navigate the ever-evolving legal landscape of EMS with this indispensable resource.

David Givot is a former paramedic turned EMS defense lawyer with a passion for improving emergency medical services. After graduating from Daniel Freeman Paramedic School in Los Angeles in 1989, he spent over a decade responding to 911 calls in various cities across LA County. Later, David joined a consulting group that traveled the US, assisting struggling EMS agencies in enhancing their performance and care. After serving as the Director of Operations for Maryland's largest commercial ambulance provider at the time, David returned to California to attend law school. In 2008, he established his own criminal defense law firm, with an emphasis on defending EMS providers facing licensure discipline. David's commitment to EMS extends beyond his legal practice. He travels across the country, educating EMS providers about the law, documentation, legal entanglement prevention, and effective management strategies when issues arise. Through his law practice and teaching, David strives to contribute to the ongoing betterment of EMS, empowering providers to protect themselves, their patients, and the communities they serve.