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Glossary of terms

Glossary of terms by letter

Q

Quantum

In a damages claim the amount to be determined by the court

Quash

To declare no longer valid

Queen's Counsel (QC)

Senior Barrister

Queens Bench Division

Division of the High Court

Quiet Enjoyment

These are the implied obligations of a landlord to ensure that their tenant is not disturbed in their property

Quorum

The minimum number of people required at a business meeting for decisions to be made

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