Legal Information

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

26 2026-10

Can the cost of the second surgery be claimed in advance?

If the cost of the second surgery can be confirmed by medical certificates or appraisals as being inevitable, it can be compensated together in accordance with Article 6 of the Judicial Interpretation on Compensation for Personal Injuries; otherwise, the claimant can file a separate lawsuit after the actual occurrence of the surgery.

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26 2026-10

What should I do if I find out that the homeowner is not the legal owner of the house after paying the deposit for a second-hand house?

After paying the deposit for a second-hand house, if it is found that the signatory is not the owner of the property and does not have authorization, it constitutes an unauthorized disposition of the property. According to Article 597 of the Civil Code, the contract can be rescinded and compensation can be claimed; the deposit can be claimed back and the penalty for the deposit can be applied.

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26 2026-10

What should we do if the garden given by the developer is a public green space?

If the garden given by the developer belongs to public green space within the building area, it shall be owned by all the owners according to Article 274 of the Civil Code, and any unauthorized disposition of it shall be invalid. The recipient of the gift may have difficulty in confirming the ownership, and other owners may request the restoration of the original state of the property.

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26 2026-10

What responsibilities do home buyers have if they fail to make payments on time?

If the buyer fails to make payment on time, it constitutes a breach of contract and the buyer must continue to perform the contract or pay the breach of contract penalty; if the delay reaches the level of a fundamental breach of contract, the seller may terminate the contract. According to Articles 577 and 563 of the Civil Code, it is recommended to negotiate the payment as soon as possible.

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26 2026-10

What should I do if the bank's slow loan disbursement leads to my late payment and breach of contract?

The slow loan disbursement by the bank results in the buyer's late payment, and the responsibility may not lie with the buyer. If the buyer has applied for and cooperated in a timely manner, they can claim a reduction or exemption from the breach of contract. According to Article 590 of the Civil Code, the party may reduce the liability due to third-party reasons, and the reduction or exemption sh...

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26 2026-10

Can I sue the seller if they refuse to cooperate with the online signing process?

If the seller collects the full payment but refuses to cooperate with the online signing, the buyer may sue to require the seller to continue to perform the contract, complete the online signing within a specified period, or terminate the contract and refund the payment. In accordance with Article 577 of the Civil Code, the buyer may claim breach of contract liability by first sending a written no...

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26 2026-10

What should I do if the online signing contract is unilaterally revoked by one party?

If the online signing is unilaterally revoked by one party, it does not necessarily extinguish the contractual obligations; if the unauthorized revocation constitutes a breach of contract, the party in compliance with the contract may claim to continue to perform the contract, restore the online signing and transfer of ownership, or request compensation for losses, and handle the breach of contrac...

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26 2026-10

Is it reasonable for the developer to ask me to pay the deed tax first when receiving the house?

When the developer hands over the house, it requires the buyer to pay the deed tax first before taking possession of the house, which lacks a mandatory basis. The deed tax should be paid by the buyer in accordance with the law and is due upon the signing of the contract. The developer has no right to threaten not to hand over the house and refuse to pay the tax, which may constitute a breach of co...

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