| 释义 |
quantum meruit
(Latin: as much as he deserved) A legal principle that enables the provider of goods or services to recover fees for the provision of those goods or services. However, it will not enable those working “subject to contract” or at their own risk to recover fees. It can be used where the contract is silent about the amount to be paid and has also been applied in relation to some letters of intent. Where there is no contract, it can enable a supplier to obtain “restitution” for work done but only where certain stringent conditions are made and the buyer benefits from the work. See also quasi-contract. |