Assume Heather is driving her automobile when she is involved in a serious automobile accident and rushed to the hospital.She receives medical services while she is unconscious.Is Heather responsible for the hospital charges?
A) yes, under the doctrine of quasi-contract
B) yes, under an implied-in-fact contractual theory
C) no, because Heather never asked for the treatment
D) Whether Heather is responsible for the hospital charges depends on what the judge thinks about Heather's subjective intent to form a contract.
E) no, because a tort was involved.

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Under the doctrine of quasi-contract, Heather is responsible for the hospital charges because the law implies a contract to prevent unjust enrichment when she receives necessary medical services while unconscious.

Assume Heather Is Driving Her Automobile When She Is Involved