刘老师, I saw a news report: someone squatted in a subway during rush hour, got crushed and fractured a bone, and later even received compensation. Is that true?

Yes. The court ruled that the subway company should pay 150,000 yuan, but she also has to bear part of the responsibility herself.

I don't quite understand. If she squatted on the floor herself, wasn't that even more dangerous?

You're right. When it's very crowded, squatting increases the risk of being bumped into or stepped on, so she was at fault.

Then why does the subway also have to take responsibility?

Because the subway is a public place. The operator has a 'duty of safety protection'—they should do their best to warn, manage, and provide assistance, and cannot ignore it completely.

So both sides share responsibility. Is it like the Chinese saying 'each gets fifty lashes'?

Somewhat, but it's more about 'reasonableness.' This case also reminds us: if you feel unwell, tell the staff. Don't force yourself, and definitely don't squat in the carriage.