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Firm news, insights on new laws, and frequently asked questions.

23 2026-10

Who will bear the appraisal fees and litigation costs?

The lawyer explained the rules that the litigation fees are borne by the losing party, and the appraisal fees are prepaid by the parties and shared according to the proportion of liability, including the arrangement of medical dispute fees and evidence suggestions.

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23 2026-10

How are the transportation and accommodation costs for medical treatment calculated?

The lawyer explained that the transportation, accommodation and medical expenses are statutory compensation. According to the Civil Code and the Judicial Interpretation on Personal Injury Compensation, these expenses shall be calculated based on official receipts. For accommodation in other cities, a hospital certificate is required. The lawyer also reminded the client to keep the receipts truthfu...

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23 2026-10

Can I ask the other party to compensate for the rehabilitation expenses?

The lawyer explained that rehabilitation expenses fall within the scope of statutory compensation and can be claimed in accordance with the Civil Code and the Judicial Interpretation on Compensation for Personal Injury. However, the necessity of such expenses must be proven by medical prescriptions or rehabilitation plans. The lawyer also advised clients to keep all receipts and appraisal reports ...

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23 2026-10

How should I claim the subsequent treatment expenses?

The lawyer explained that the subsequent treatment fees can be claimed together with or separately from the judicial interpretation of personal injury compensation according to the Civil Code, and must be based on medical certificates or appraisal certificates to prove that they will inevitably occur. He also suggested applying for an appraisal during the litigation process.

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23 2026-10

Should I seek an appraisal first or file a lawsuit first in the event of a medical dispute?

The lawyer explained that there is no requirement for medical disputes to undergo appraisal before filing a lawsuit. Instead, medical damage appraisal can be applied for during the litigation process. He also advised clients to seal the medical records as soon as possible, pay attention to the three-year statute of limitations, and be aware of the circumstances involving presumption of fault.

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23 2026-10

How can I claim reimbursement for nutritional expenses?

The lawyer explained that the nutrition fee is a statutory compensation item. According to Article 1179 of the Civil Code and Article 11 of the Judicial Interpretation on Compensation for Personal Injury, it should be determined based on the disability situation and the doctor's advice, and it is necessary to obtain a formal opinion on strengthening nutrition.

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23 2026-10

How much is the nursing fee per day, approximately?

The lawyer explained that the nursing fee is determined according to the caregiver's income or the local standard for nursing care services. There is no unified national price for it. Generally, it ranges from 150 to 300 yuan per day, and the standard and invoices shall be subject to the local standard of the court where the case is filed.

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23 2026-10

What should I do if the house is sold without authorization during the period of purchasing the property under someone else's name?

The lawyer explained that when a celebrity sells a house without authorization, the borrower may recover the house or claim compensation from the celebrity depending on whether the buyer acted in good faith and whether the transfer of ownership has been completed. Article 311 of the Civil Code can be used as evidence for this. It is recommended to take preemptive protective measures as soon as pos...

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23 2026-10

How to transfer the ownership of inherited property with a mortgage?

The lawyer explained that even if there is a mortgage on the inherited house, it can still be transferred, but the mortgage obligation will not be extinguished. According to Articles 394 and 406 of the Civil Code, the mortgage can be removed or a transfer with a mortgage can be carried out. It is suggested to clarify the debt and inheritance agreements to avoid disputes.

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