Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
“A person entirely without understanding has no power to make a contract of any kind, but the person is liable for the reasonable value of things furnished to the person necessary for the support of the person or the person’s family.”
What does this statute mean in simple terms?
Asked on 12/01/10, 6:06 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
Mentally incapacitated individuals can't be held to contracts except for "necessaries" such as food, shelter, and medical care.
Answered on 12/06/10, 6:30 pm
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
Contracts entered into by crazy people are voidable, unless they are contracts for the necessities of life.
Answered on 12/07/10, 3:46 pm
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