As much as othey were worth. In pleading. The common count in an action of assumpsit for goods sold and delivered, founded on an implied assumpsit or promise, on the part of the defendant, to pay the plaintiff as much as the goods were reasonably worth. 3 Bl. . Comm. 161; 1 Tidd, Pr. 2. … [Read more...]
QUART
A liquid measure, containing one-fourth part of a gallon. … [Read more...]
QUALIFIED PLAN
A retirement plan that meets specific IRS requirements to be eligible for tax benefits. … [Read more...]
QUALIFIED PRIVILEGE
A defense raised in a defamation claim in certain jurisdictions (such as Canada) that absolves the defendant from liability. For example, discussing rumors that may be false about political candidates. … [Read more...]
QUALIFIED WITNESS
A witness who is permitted to testify under the business records exception to the hearsay rule so as to lay a foundation for admission of evidence as to the procedure and maintenance of business records. … [Read more...]