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What does common-law mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word common-law? Here's what it means.

Adjective
  1. Of or pertaining to common law.
  2. Relating to common-law marriage.
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One in six Canadian children lives in a single-parent household, and many are being raised in step families or by common-law couples.
Additionally, they assert jurisdiction for their common-law tort claims under principles of pendent and ancillary jurisdiction.
There must also be a mutual or a unilateral intention for two persons to live separate and apart and end the marriage or common-law relationship.
A new line will also be added for the spouse or common-law partner to report the allocated pension income.
If your spouse or common-law partner is included in this request, he or she must sign in the box provided.
Letters of reference or work certificates from present and past employers for you and your spouse or common-law partner.

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