The cop's motivation for getting the blood draw has been missed and is central to this particular situation. The cops chase will likely be held as a major factor in the injuries suffered by the truck driver/victim. Getting a blood sample showing the victim was dui would not change his legal position as it would be inadmissible. But, it would absolutely color any negotiations over how much the victim or his heirs could receive.
So, in reality, there is potential for significant monetary harm to the victim. For the hospital to decide to stand aside and allow unlawful draws just because it is easier than following an agreement and written policy already in place is not the adult answer. Cooling down the rogue cop in this case is the right answer, by whatever means needed, but standing aside would never be right.
Further, the fact this event is triggering very delayed actions shows a cover-up of the worst kind.
The CYA aspect of this is what's worth discussing, but it is lost for the most part on this forum.
