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quantum meruit — As much as deserved

quantum meruit means as much as deserved. Latin source words and legal terminology examples: A claim in quantum meruit.

Meaning and source words

Meaning: As much as deserved

• Latin: quantum meruit

Examples and word parts

A claim in quantum meruit

A claim for the reasonable value of work or services in circumstances where that remedy is available.

Word parts: quantum (as much as) + meruit (was earned)

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