At common law, a minor cannot be held contractually liable for his or her necessary medical expenses when the parent is unable or unwilling to pay.

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At common law, a minor can be held contractually liable for necessary items, including medical expenses, even if the parent is unable or unwilling to pay. This is because necessities (food, clothing, shelter, and medical care) are exceptions to the general rule that contracts with minors are voidable.

At Common Law, a Minor Cannot Be Held Contractually Liable