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29 2026-9

When getting a divorce, does the wife need to repay the online loans owed by her husband together with him?

Whether the online loan taken in the husband's personal name should be repaid jointly by the wife is determined by Article 1064 of the Civil Code: if the loan is used for daily family life, it is a joint debt, and the creditor needs to provide evidence to prove that it exceeds the daily needs; if the wife did not sign the contract or acknowledge the debt, she generally does not need to share the r...

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29 2026-9

What should I do during the divorce cooling-off period?

The cooling-off period for divorce applies to divorce by agreement. According to Article 1077 of the Civil Code, the cooling-off period is 30 days. During this period, parties can fix the evidence of their property, prevent the transfer of property, and directly file a lawsuit for divorce. After the cooling-off period expires, the parties must jointly pick up the divorce certificate within 30 days...

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29 2026-9

When getting a divorce, do I have to pay off the debts owed by one of the parties?

When it comes to whether one party needs to repay the debts owed by the other party during the divorce, it shall be determined in accordance with Article 1064 of the Civil Code: if the debts are jointly signed or used for the family's daily life, they shall be considered joint debts. If the debts exceed the daily needs, the creditor shall provide evidence, and the division of debts during the divo...

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29 2026-9

Can a house with a mortgage still be bought and transferred to another owner?

The mortgaged house can be sold and transferred: According to Article 406 of the Civil Code, the mortgaged property can be transferred. In practice, this is accomplished through the redemption of the mortgage or the transfer of the property with the mortgage still in place. If the mortgage is concealed and the transfer cannot be completed, the contract can be terminated and compensation can be cla...

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29 2026-9

Can a fetus retain its inheritance share before birth?

The unborn fetus also enjoys a reserved share: According to Articles 16 and 1155 of the Civil Code, a share of the inheritance should be reserved for the fetus when dividing the estate. If a stillborn baby is delivered, the inheritance will be reverted to the legal heirs; if the baby is alive, the heir will acquire the inheritance.

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29 2026-9

How to protect your rights if the company refuses to issue a resignation certificate?

If the company refuses to issue a resignation certificate, the worker may file a complaint with the labor supervision authority based on Articles 50 and 89 of the Labor Contract Law to order the company to issue the certificate. If the worker suffers any losses, he/she may seek compensation through arbitration. Please note that the statute of limitations for arbitration is one year.

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29 2026-9

What should I do if the court rules against granting a divorce in the first instance?

After the first judgment of non-divorce, if the couple has been separated for more than a year and then files for divorce again, the court shall grant the divorce. During this period, the parties must provide fixed evidence of separation and property, prevent the transfer of property, and refine the requests for child support and property. All these should be completed in one go during the second ...

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29 2026-9

Can alimony be requested to be paid in a lump sum?

The alimony can be paid in a lump sum, but there are certain conditions; it is generally paid monthly, and in the event of a loss of contact or the risk of transfer, it can be paid in a lump sum. If the alimony is refused, the party can apply for forced enforcement.

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29 2026-9

What should I do if the police refuse to handle the report of forced demolition?

If the police refuse to handle the report of forced demolition, you can keep the receipt and video evidence. You can file an administrative lawsuit against the party responsible for the forced demolition to confirm the illegality and seek compensation. In an emergency, you can apply for property preservation and protect your rights through multiple channels simultaneously.

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29 2026-9

What is the difference between relocation housing and commercial housing?

Public housing is derived from expropriation compensation and is subject to purchase restrictions, resale restrictions, and certificate issuance; commercial housing has clear property rights and can be freely traded. When purchasing public housing, buyers must verify their qualifications, property certificates, and transaction restrictions. In the event of an invalid sale, the full purchase price ...

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