Quebec to appeal common-law alimony ruling

Fri Dec 17, 2010

 The Globe & Mail

 

Quebec will ask the country’s highest tribunal for permission to appeal a court ruling that paves the way for common-law spouses to obtain alimony when they split from their partner.

The Quebec Court of Appeal ruled last month that a provision in the Civil Code discriminates against common-law spouses because it deprives them of a right that is guaranteed to married couples.

 

Justice Minister Jean-Marc Fournier said Wednesday the province wants the Supreme Court of Canada to hear its appeal of that decision.

The appeals court was ruling on one specific case involving a wealthy and prominent businessman who did not want to pay alimony to his ex.

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