unjust enrichment

unjust enrichment.

1. The retention of a benefit conferred by another, without offering compensation, in circumstances where compensation is reasonably expected. [Cases: Implied and Constructive Contracts

3. C.J.S. Implied and Constructive Contracts § 5.]

2. A benefit obtained from another, not intended as a gift and not legally justifiable, for which the beneficiary must make restitution or recompense.

3. The area of law dealing with unjustifiable benefits of this kind.


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