Courts may award damages called "quantum meruit":
A) which means "as much as he deserved."
B) which is money the court believes the plaintiff morally ought to have.
C) even though there was no valid contract entitling the plaintiff to it.
D) All of the above.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Quantum meruit refers to damages awarded by the court in situations where there is no valid contract, but the plaintiff has still provided some valuable service or work. The damages awarded are typically based on what the plaintiff deserves or what the court believes would be fair given the circumstances. This can include moral considerations or an assessment of the value of the work provided. Therefore, all of the above options (A, B, and C) are correct.

Courts May Award Damages Called "Quantum Meruit