Southern New Hampshire Medical Center v. Hayes

The defendant, Anthony Hayes, appeals: (1) an order of the Superior Court (Brennan, J.) granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center (SNHMC), with respect to Karen Hayes’ unpaid medical expenses; (2) an order of the Superior Court (Nicolosi, J.) granting SNHMC’s motion in limine to exclude evidence that Karen Hayes “eloped” under the doctrine of necessaries; and (3) a ruling on the merits (Smukler, J.) finding Anthony Hayes liable under the doctrine of necessaries for Karen Hayes’ medical bills. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand.

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