Contract Law

Quasi-Contract

/ KWAY-zy KON-trakt /

Definition

A legal obligation imposed by courts to prevent unjust enrichment.

Used in Context

“A quasi-contract required return of the mistakenly paid funds.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: quasi, as if

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