I guess because I live in a very litigious society where everybody sues everbody. My friends in the UK (some barristers and some solicitors) are always amazed at all the lawsuits that are brought in the US. If this happened in the US before the paramedics arrived I am sure one would have heard the words “sue or lawsuit” bandied about.

I also hope that once the dust settles and the son is feeling well OP will review his legal options. Most importamt thing is to make sure the child is fine.