"Quantum meruit"

Glossary of Legal Terms from "Quantum meruit" to "Quitclaim deed"

Quantum meruit

Expression means "as much as he deserves," and describes the extent of liability on a contract implied by law.

Quash

To vacate or void a summons, subpoena, etc.

Quasi-contract

An obligation created by the law in the absence of an agreement or contract; not based upon the intentions or expressions of the parties.

Quasi-criminal action

A classification of actions such as violation of a city ordinance that is not also violation of a criminal statute, which are wrongs against the public punishable through fines but are not usually indictable offenses.

Quid pro quo

What for what; something for something; giving one valuable thin- for another.

Quiet title action

A court proceeding to remove a cloud on the title to real property.

Quitclaim deed

A deed without warranty of title which passes whatever title the grantor has to another.