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

09 2026-10

If a passenger is injured while taking a ride-hailing service, will the ride-hailing platform compensate them?

If you are injured while taking a ride-hailing service, you can claim the carrier's compensation liability from the online ride-hailing platform according to Article 823 of the Civil Code, with a statute of limitations of three years; you can also claim compensation from the party at fault and insurance companies. First, you should seek medical treatment and report the accident to the police to fi...

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09 2026-10

Is it troublesome to transfer the ownership of the house divided in a divorce?

Divorce and transfer of property ownership: In the case of divorce by agreement, both parties jointly apply for it; in the case of divorce by litigation, the party handling it unilaterally shall present the effective judgment document. According to Article 229 of the Civil Code, the property rights shall change upon the effective date of the document; if the other party refuses to cooperate, the p...

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09 2026-10

Is there any restriction on selling the inherited house?

When selling an inherited house, it is necessary to first handle the registration of inheritance transfer: According to Articles 230 and 232 of the Civil Code, property rights do not take effect without registration; for multiple owners, the transfer must be approved by more than two-thirds of the co-owners. It is necessary to first confirm the ownership and then sign the contract to avoid being h...

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09 2026-10

What should I do if it's difficult to clear out the foreclosed property?

It's difficult to clear the foreclosed property, so you can apply to the court for forced eviction. According to the Civil Procedure Law and the judicial interpretation on auction and sale, malicious leases after seizure can be removed. Before bidding, you should inspect the property in person and verify the eviction clauses. After the transaction, you should apply for enforcement in time and keep...

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09 2026-10

Can I buy a civil air defense parking space?

Civil air defense parking spaces cannot be purchased with property rights, but the right to use them can be transferred. According to Article 5 of the People's Air Defense Law and Article 705 of the Civil Code, the portion of the lease term exceeding 20 years is invalid. Before purchasing, verify the nature of the parking space, keep the contract documents, and in the event of a dispute, you can c...

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09 2026-10

What is the difference between the ownership of a parking space and the right to use it?

Property-righted parking spaces can be registered, transferred, and inherited, and the right to use them is limited to the agreed period with a maximum lease term of 20 years; Civil air defense parking spaces do not have property rights. According to Article 275 of the Civil Code and Article 5 of the People's Air Defense Law, they are classified by their nature before being traded again.

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09 2026-10

Can I claim compensation if the community facilities in my residential area are reduced?

The specific commitments made in the contract shall constitute the content of the contract, and the buyer may claim compensation for any shortages; in accordance with Article 3 of the Judicial Interpretation of the Contract for the Sale of Commercial Housing and Article 24 of the Measures for the Administration of the Sale of Commercial Housing, the buyer may claim the price difference or request ...

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09 2026-10

Can I protect my rights if the shared area is too large?

Of course, you can protect your rights if there are problems with the shared area, but you can only claim compensation if the allocation is illegal or the error exceeds 3%. According to Article 20 of the "Measures for the Sale of Commercial Housing", you can claim to withdraw from the contract or request a double refund. When receiving the house, you must ask for a detailed breakdown of the shared...

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09 2026-10

Which is more cost-effective, a fully furnished house or a bare house?

Furnished apartments are more convenient, but the decoration standards must be written into the contract. Unfurnished apartments are more controllable, but the decoration costs must be borne by the buyer. If the quality of the furnished apartment does not meet the standards, the buyer can claim for repair and compensation for the price difference according to Article 577 of the Civil Code, and it ...

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09 2026-10

How to handle the area error of commercial housing?

The area error of commercial housing shall be dealt with in accordance with the 3% rule: within 3%, the settlement shall be based on the actual situation; if it exceeds 3%, the buyer may withdraw from the contract. According to Article 20 of the "Measures for the Administration of the Sale of Commercial Housing", the developer shall bear or refund the excess payment in double, and the buyer shall ...

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09 2026-10

What are the standards for the number of days of maternity leave?

According to national regulations, the maternity leave lasts 98 days, with an additional 15 days for difficult deliveries and an additional 15 days for each additional baby in multiple births. In Beijing, women are entitled to an extended maternity leave of 60 days, making the total approximately 158 days.

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09 2026-10

Can one be dismissed during the medical leave period?

During the medical leave period, the employer shall not terminate the employment contract in accordance with the provisions on dismissal without fault or economic layoffs. If the employer terminates the contract illegally, the employee may claim compensation of twice the economic compensation; except for the termination due to the employee's fault.

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09 2026-10

What is the maximum length of the medical leave period?

The medical leave period ranges from 3 to 24 months, with a maximum of 24 months, depending on the employee's length of service. It is calculated based on the cumulative sick leave within the statutory period. Employees with special diseases may have their leave period extended upon approval.

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