Common law


The meaning of the word Common law is: a law that has become common practice and is widely accepted


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The couple decided on a common law marriage where their union was not blessed by priest or presided over by a member of the court.

published by Vena on 2021-08-05 10:40:28


When a couple has happily lived together for a number of years it is considered a common law marriage and they have legal rights to each other's property.

published by Setsuko on 2021-03-26 18:58:03


A pesky common law is that you must read through and agree to terms on contracts before gaining full access to items like cellphones or mobile apps.

published by Lissa on 2021-04-11 14:33:12


Every time a law is changed due to a state or judicial ruling it becomes common law.

published by Rolanda on 2021-07-04 12:37:02


Gay marriage used to be banned in most states but has since become common law after a series of court rulings.

published by Halina on 2021-08-07 00:33:18


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