Legal Information

01 2026-10

Do patients who are caught defrauding medical insurance need to bear legal responsibility?

Patients who fraudulently use medical insurance cards or conceal third-party compensation to defraud insurance must be held accountable: According to Article 88 of the Social Insurance Law, they shall be required to return the funds and be fined two to five times the amount involved. If the amount is large, they shall be guilty of fraud under Article 266 of the Criminal Law.

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01 2026-10

Can I claim compensation if the dental implant surgery fails?

If the dental implant fails, the patient can claim medical damages in accordance with Articles 1218 and 1221 of the Civil Code, or hold the dentist liable for breach of contract under Article 577. It is necessary to determine the fault and causality, and the statute of limitations for litigation is three years.

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01 2026-10

How can I protect my rights if the hospital fails to inform me about the use of self-paid drugs?

The hospital used self-paid drugs without informing the patient, which violates the patient's right to informed consent. According to Article 32 of the Basic Medical and Health Promotion Law and Article 1219 of the Civil Code, the patient can claim a refund of the expenses and seek compensation.

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01 2026-10

Is the hospital liable for compensation in the event of a post-operative infection?

Postoperative infection does not necessarily mean that the hospital is liable. The hospital's liability must be determined through an appraisal process that assesses its fault and degree of involvement. According to Articles 1218, 1221, and 1222 of the Civil Code, compensation is awarded based on the hospital's degree of involvement.

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01 2026-10

Who is responsible if there are problems with purchasing medication using electronic prescriptions?

If a patient suffers losses from purchasing medication based on an electronic prescription, they can file a claim against the seller or manufacturer in accordance with Articles 1202 and 1203 of the Civil Code. The "Supervision and Management Measures for Online Drug Sales" came into effect on December 1, 2022, requiring that prescriptions must be reviewed and approved before being dispensed.

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01 2026-10

Who should be held responsible for the damages caused by doctors practicing in multiple places?

In principle, if damages are caused by multi-point practice, the hospital where the patient was actually treated shall first compensate the patient; if the patient claims damages in accordance with Articles 1218 and 1221 of the Civil Code, the hospital shall then recover the damages internally according to the agreement or the fault, and the statute of limitations for litigation is three years.

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01 2026-10

After the patient signs a consent form refusing treatment, is the hospital responsible if the patient dies?

Signing the consent form to refuse treatment does not mean that the hospital is exempt from liability; according to Article 1224 of the Civil Code, if the family does not cooperate, the hospital's liability may be reduced, but the hospital still needs to compensate according to the proportion of its fault.

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01 2026-10

How to confirm the ownership of a house that has not gone through the transfer of ownership?

Not transferring ownership does not mean losing rights; if the contract is valid and enforceable, the party should sue to assist in the transfer of ownership. If the registration does not match the actual rights holder, a lawsuit for confirmation of property rights can be filed, and it is necessary to fix the investment and title certificate evidence as soon as possible.

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01 2026-10

How much does it cost to litigate against a breach of contract for a second-hand house?

The litigation fees for breach of contract in the second-hand housing transaction shall be calculated in stages according to the amount of the litigation request: 13,800 yuan for a claim of up to 1 million yuan, and 22,800 yuan for a claim of up to 2 million yuan. The litigation fees for a simple procedure shall be halved, and the losing party shall ultimately bear the fees.

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01 2026-10

What is the success rate of Henglue Law Firm in winning second-hand housing disputes?

Attorneys are not allowed to make promises about the outcome of cases, and our firm does not disclose the so-called success rate. The outcome of second-hand housing disputes depends on the validity of the contract, evidence of breach of contract, and proof of losses, which can be determined through case-by-case evaluation.

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01 2026-10

How to get tenants to pay the overdue property fees?

Whether the tenant can recover the unpaid property fees depends on the provisions of the lease contract. According to the law, property fees are the landlord's obligation, and the landlord can sue for recovery within the statute of limitations of three years after paying the fees in advance, claiming the principal, the penalty for breach of contract, and the losses.

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01 2026-10

Is the agreement for holding real estate on behalf of others protected by law?

The validity of the agreement for holding real estate on behalf of others depends on its content and purpose. According to Articles 143 and 153 of the Civil Code, agreements aimed at evading purchase restrictions or qualification requirements for government-subsidized housing are often deemed invalid. If the registrant disposes of the property without authorization, the transferee's good faith acq...

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01 2026-10

What taxes do I need to pay when buying a house under someone else's name and transferring the ownership?

When purchasing a house under someone else's name and transferring ownership, the taxation is usually calculated based on the sale or gift, mainly involving deed tax (3%-5%), value-added tax, personal income tax, and stamp duty. It is recommended to pre-check the tax amount with the tax and registration departments before transferring ownership.

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01 2026-10

Is it useful to hire a lawyer to protect rights collectively?

It is useful to hire a lawyer for collective rights protection: unifying evidence and claims, applying representative litigation and exemplary judgments according to law, and spreading the cost across multiple households. However, this cannot replace evidence, nor can it guarantee the outcome.

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01 2026-10

How to secure ownership rights when purchasing a house under someone else's name?

When purchasing a house under someone else's name and seeking ownership registration, it is necessary to follow the contractual procedures and request the registrant to assist with the transfer of ownership. According to Article 209 of the Civil Code and Article 2 of the Interpretation (I) of the Property Law, both proof of consent and investment are required, and the statute of limitations is thr...

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