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How is an oral contract formed?
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When someone makes an offer to do something in exchange for something else (consideration) and the other person orally agrees (acceptance)
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In what situations can contracts not be formed?
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Minors cannot consent to medical care unless they're imancipated, or if they live in a state that has statutory adult laws. Insane or mentally incompetent people cannot enter into contracts - a guardian or conservator must do so on their behalf.
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How does the law of agency affect patients?
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Powers of attorney make the person named in the POA an agent of the patient.
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