Michael, a minor, rents a car to attend the senior prom at his high school. He signs an agreement stating that he will not take the car more than 100 miles from the rental agency. At 2:00
a. True
a.m., after he has had a few beers, his friends talk him into driving 200 miles to Chicago for the weekend. On the way, the car is involved in a minor traffic accident that damages the vehicle. In most courts, because the tort of negligence is related to the rental contract for the vehicle, Michael has no liability to the rental agency.
b. False

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In most courts, a minor can be held liable for torts such as negligence, even if the tort is related to a contract. Michael's negligence in driving under the influence and exceeding the mileage limit could make him liable for damages.

Michael, a Minor, Rents a Car to Attend the Senior