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29 2026-9

How is Henglue Law Firm handling second-hand housing disputes?

Henglue handles second-hand housing disputes involving breach of contract, double sale of the same property, household registration issues, and property defects. It seeks to enforce contractual performance or claim compensation in accordance with Articles 577 and 587 of the Civil Code.

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29 2026-9

Do part-time hourly workers have to sign labor contracts?

Part-time workers can sign oral agreements (Article 69), which are not mandatory in writing; however, if they work overtime or are deemed to be full-time workers, they must sign a written contract and be paid double the normal wage if no written contract is signed.

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29 2026-9

What materials and procedures are required for the identification of occupational diseases?

Occupational diseases must be diagnosed by a diagnostic institution, and the applicant must submit their occupational history, exposure history, physical examination and test data. If they disagree with the diagnosis, they can apply for a two-level appraisal. Then, they can apply for work-related injury identification with the diagnosis certificate, in accordance with the "Occupational Disease Pre...

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29 2026-9

After resigning, if the employer refuses to issue a resignation certificate, can I claim compensation?

If the unit refuses to issue a resignation certificate and is liable for compensation according to Articles 50 and 89 of the Labor Contract Law, the employee can claim compensation for unemployment benefits and salary losses caused by the new unit's refusal to hire them. The obligation to provide certificates cannot be waived simply because the employee has not completed the handover process.

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29 2026-9

Who bears the burden of proof in disputes over overtime pay?

In principle, the worker should provide evidence of the overtime work, but if the employer refuses to provide evidence such as attendance records, the employer shall bear the adverse consequences in accordance with Article 6 of the Labor Dispute Mediation and Arbitration Law.

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29 2026-9

During the probationary period, if an employee is dismissed for failing to meet the employment requirements, are they entitled to compensation?

During the probationary period, if it is proven that the employee does not meet the employment requirements, the employer may terminate the contract without compensation; if the employer fails to provide evidence or exceeds the time limit, the termination will be considered illegal, and the employee may claim compensation (2N) or demand continued performance of the contract.

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29 2026-9

How is the guarantor's liability determined?

According to Article 686 of the Civil Code, general guarantees are distinguished from joint and several liability guarantees. If the agreement is unclear, it is presumed to be a general guarantee; and the creditor must assert his rights within the guarantee period in accordance with the law.

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29 2026-9

How much do lawyers charge for private lending cases in Beijing?

In Beijing, the fees charged by lawyers for civil lending are based on the amount of the claim, charged on an hourly basis, or on a contingency fee basis, with the maximum contingency fee not exceeding 30% of the claim amount. It is recommended to first evaluate the case and then discuss the fee arrangement in person.

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29 2026-9

How long does it take to enforce a lawsuit after a borrower fails to repay the loan?

After suing for non-repayment of a loan, the first-instance ordinary procedure lasts six months and the summary procedure lasts three months; once the judgment comes into effect and the performance period expires, the creditor can apply for enforcement, and the enforcement period lasts two years; if there are no assets, the creditor can pursue the unpaid shareholders after the termination of the b...

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