Principle

CONTRACT LAW β€” Quantum Meruit β€” Claimant Must Particularise Services Rendered to Enable Assessment

Area of law
CONTRACT LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Quantum meruit claims require detailed particularisation of services rendered with corresponding fees. The bill must specify each item of work and the fee claimed. The principle applies to legal practitioner remuneration. The rule enables assessment of reasonable compensation. Vague or lump-sum claims are insufficient. The…

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