Legal Information

23 2026-10

What is the statute of limitations for lawsuits involving civil actions?

Civil actions arising from criminal cases should be initiated before the first-instance judgment is pronounced after the criminal case is filed; for separate prosecutions, the three-year statute of limitations of the Civil Code applies, and the compensation shall be limited to material losses. It is advisable to assert claims and leave evidence as soon as possible.

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23 2026-10

What materials are needed to prepare for criminal charges and report a case?

Criminal charges require identity documents, a complaint, evidence, and a list and detailed description of the losses. According to Article 110 of the Criminal Procedure Law, public security organs should accept them. A complete chain of evidence can increase the rate of case acceptance.

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23 2026-10

After a family member has been criminally detained, what can a lawyer convey during their meeting with them?

After the criminal detention, the lawyer can verify the case facts, convey legal matters such as compensation and confession of guilt, and strictly prohibit the transmission of information about colluding to fabricate evidence or retract confessions. Meeting with the lawyer as soon as possible is the starting point for securing bail during the golden period.

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23 2026-10

What should the legal representative of a company do if the company is suspected of committing a crime?

The legal representative of the company involved in criminal cases does not necessarily bear responsibility, but the key point is whether he or she is directly responsible. It is necessary to appoint a lawyer as soon as possible, apply for bail, isolate personal responsibility, and evaluate compliance and rectification measures.

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23 2026-10

What can lawyers do during the review and prosecution stage?

At the review and prosecution stage, lawyers can review the case file, hold meetings, and submit legal opinions to strive for non-prosecution or modification of coercive measures. The procuratorate generally makes a decision within one month.

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23 2026-10

What are some well-known criminal law firms in China?

How to choose a criminal law firm: Consider their criminal defense experience, their ability to conduct client meetings and review case files, their compliance with fee regulations, and their case handling records. Use examples of cases such as intentional homicide with accompanying civil litigation to demonstrate the value of professional criminal defense services.

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23 2026-10

If an heir renounces the right to inherit the debt, do they still have to repay it?

According to Article 1161 of the Civil Code, those who renounce their inheritance do not bear repayment responsibilities; those who accept the inheritance shall pay off debts within the actual value of the inherited estate, and the method of renunciation and the key points of dealing with creditors shall be in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Code.

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23 2026-10

Is the printed will before the Civil Code valid?

To print a will, it is necessary for more than two witnesses to sign each page and indicate the date. Before the implementation of the Civil Code, printed wills were mostly reviewed according to the requirements for a proxy will, and the effectiveness of the will and the key points for litigation response were determined.

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23 2026-10

How much does it generally cost to hire a lawyer for an inheritance case?

The lawyer explained the cost structure of inheritance cases: attorney's fees are negotiated and priced, litigation fees are paid in stages according to the subject matter and borne by the losing party, and risk-based representation is prohibited in inheritance cases.

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23 2026-10

Can corporate annuities be inherited as part of an estate?

The lawyer explained that the balance in the individual account of the enterprise annuity can be inherited according to law. The Enterprise Annuity Regulations and Article 14 of the Social Security Law stipulate that the applicant can obtain the materials needed for the application, but the unit may not cooperate with the applicant.

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23 2026-10

Can the balance in a provident fund account be inherited?

The lawyer explained that the balance of the provident fund can be withdrawn by the heirs: Article 24 of the Regulations and the inheritance rules of the Civil Code, including the list of materials, fees, and processing time.

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23 2026-10

Do fetuses have the right to inherit? How is this determined before birth?

The lawyer explained the rules of fetal inheritance: Article 16 and Article 1155 of the Civil Code stipulate that the division of inheritance shall reserve the share of the fetus, and the delivery of a stillborn child shall be handled in accordance with the statutory inheritance procedures.

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23 2026-10

How to record a valid video will?

The lawyer explained the validity requirements of a video will: more than two qualified witnesses, recording the names, portraits, and dates, and citing successful cases where the validity of notarized wills conflicted with each other in court.

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23 2026-10

How do lawyers handle inheritance debt disputes?

The lawyer explained the rules for settling the debts of heirs: According to Article 1161 of the Civil Code, the debts shall be settled within the actual value of the estate. If the heir waives the right of inheritance, he/she may be exempted from liability. The lawyer also cited an example where a creditor sued nine heirs for 181,000 yuan and won the case.

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23 2026-10

Can a risk-based fee arrangement be used in inheritance disputes?

The lawyer explained that according to Article 12 of the Measures for the Administration of Lawyers' Service Fees, inheritance cases are prohibited from using risk-sharing agreements. He/she explained the compliant charging methods and how to identify disguised risk-sharing agreements, and gave an example of handling a case involving the transfer of 4/48 shares of inheritance.

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