Commonly abbreviated as QMSCO, this is a court order providing health benefit coverage for the child of the noncustodial parent under the health plan of the parent. … [Read more...]
QUANTUM MERUIT
(A) This is a legal term and Latin for as much as is deserved. A principle where someone who has provided services to another party may be able to recover from an opponent who breached a contract.(B) pleading. As much as he has deserved. When a person employs another to do work for him, without any agreement as to his compensation, the law implies a promise from, the employer … [Read more...]
QUALIFIED OWNERSHIP
Ownership or title but subject to certain limitations or restrictions, e.g. title to land provided a school is never built on the property while it is in your possession. … [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...]