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01 2026-10

What should I do if the penalty for breaching a contract for a second-hand house is too low?

If the penalty for breaching the contract of a second-hand house is too low, the party concerned may request to increase it in accordance with Article 585 of the Civil Code, based on the actual losses such as the price difference of the house and the agency fee; it should be noted that the party may choose between the deposit and the penalty for breaching the contract, and the lawsuit must be file...

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01 2026-10

What should I do if I find a size discrepancy when receiving the keys to my new home?

First, check the contract to see what it stipulates regarding area errors. If there are no specific provisions, the error shall be settled based on the actual measurement if it is within 3% of the absolute value; if it exceeds 3%, the buyer may withdraw from the contract. If the buyer does not withdraw from the contract, the seller shall make up the difference according to the 3% threshold, refund...

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01 2026-10

Which are the top ten law firms recommended in the real estate field?

There is no official unified list of the top 10 real estate law firms. Different rankings evaluate firms based on different criteria, so their references are limited. When choosing a law firm, you should consider whether their expertise aligns with your needs, their experience in similar cases, and whether their fees are transparent. It's also important to verify their professional credentials and...

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01 2026-10

Can I receive both work-related injury insurance benefits and unemployment insurance benefits at the same time?

Work-related injury benefits and unemployment insurance benefits belong to different insurance types, and they can coexist if the applicant meets the requirements. To qualify for unemployment benefits, the applicant must have paid social insurance premiums for at least one year, have been unemployed involuntarily, and have registered with the employment service. The period of suspension of work wi...

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01 2026-10

How is the statute of limitations for injured workers to apply for arbitration calculated?

The statute of limitations for workers to apply for labor arbitration in the event of work-related injuries is one year, starting from the date when they know or should have known that their rights have been infringed. The assertion of rights, request for relief, or the other party's agreement to perform the obligations may interrupt and restart the calculation of the statute of limitations.

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01 2026-10

Can employees of public institutions be recognized as having suffered work-related injuries?

Employees of public institutions who are injured at work can generally apply for work-related injury recognition. According to Article 2 of the "Regulations on Work-related Injury Insurance", the unit should participate in the insurance in accordance with the law, and Article 17 requires the unit to file a claim within 30 days, and the employee can apply for it on his own within one year.

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01 2026-10

Who is responsible for injuries suffered by domestic workers during their work?

The treatment of domestic workers' injuries depends on the form of employment: those who have a labor relationship with domestic service companies shall be handled as work-related injuries; those directly employed by natural persons shall be handled in accordance with Article 1192 of the Civil Code, with the responsibility being shared based on the fault of both parties.

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01 2026-10

Is an injury sustained while working abroad considered a work-related injury?

If an employee is injured while working abroad on assignment from a domestic unit, the injury is generally recognized as a work-related injury. If the employee is not eligible for local work-related injury insurance, the domestic work-related injury insurance relationship will not be terminated, and the unit must apply for recognition within 30 days and the employee must apply within one year.

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01 2026-10

What should I do if I still can't go to work after the expiration of the paid leave period due to work-related injuries?

The period of suspension of work with pay generally does not exceed 12 months. It can be extended for up to 12 months upon confirmation by the municipal labor capacity appraisal committee. If the worker is still unable to work after the expiration of the period, he/she shall be assessed for disability in a timely manner and enjoy disability benefits accordingly.

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01 2026-10

What should I do if the unit denies the existence of an employment relationship by citing a contractor-client relationship?

When the unit denies the employment relationship on the grounds of contracting or cooperation, the focus should be on the actual employment management rather than the contract name. According to the three criteria set forth in Article 1 of the Ministry of Labor and Social Security's Document No. 12 [2005], the arbitration statute of limitations is one year.

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01 2026-10

How to apply for advance payment from the work-related injury insurance fund?

When the unit fails to pay for work injury insurance and refuses to pay compensation, the employee may apply for advance payment from the fund in accordance with Article 41 of the Social Insurance Law; after the work-related injury is identified and the arbitration process is completed, the employee can apply for compensation. If the application is rejected, the employee can file a lawsuit within ...

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01 2026-10

Who should advance the medical expenses before the work-related injury is identified?

Before the work-related injury is identified, the medical expenses are usually paid in advance by the employing unit; the unit shall apply for identification within 30 days from the occurrence of the accident. If the worker is not insured, the unit shall bear the expenses. If the unit fails to pay, the work-related injury insurance fund may pay in advance and recover the expenses later.

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01 2026-10

How should I deal with the property being put on hold for seizure?

The waiting list for seizure only takes effect automatically when the previous seizure is lifted. The first seizure, which has been fully disposed of, is not effective from the beginning; the seizure of real estate is valid for two years, and the renewal of the seizure shall not exceed half of the original period. The party who raises an objection shall file a lawsuit within 15 days after the obje...

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01 2026-10

How to distinguish between debt joining and guaranteeing?

The key difference between debt assumption and guarantee lies in the expression of intent: an uncertain presumption constitutes a guarantee, and the guarantee is subject to a time limit of six months if not otherwise agreed upon; debt assumption entails joint and several liability, subject to a three-year statute of limitations.

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01 2026-10

How to claim compensation for losses caused by security errors?

If the application for preservation of evidence results in losses due to errors, the applicant shall be liable for compensation, usually requiring intentional or gross negligence; the liability dispute for preservation of evidence damages may be filed in a separate case, with a three-year statute of limitations. The guarantor shall make compensation within the scope of the guarantee first.

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