Can a 8th grade student be denied going on a class trip mission trip because of no health insurance?
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Can a 8th grade student be denied going on a class trip mission trip because of no health insurance?
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Asked on May 25, 2017 under Insurance Law, Minnesota
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Yes, she can be denied the trip. The school/diocese has a legitimate interest in protecting itself from potential liability. If a child is injured on a trip, they need to make sure there is a reliable source of funds--e.g. insurance--available to pay for any medical care, so that the parents or care providers don't try to look to school for payment. They can refuse to allow a student whose lack of insurance exposes them to additional financial risks to go.
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