Legal Information

24 2026-9

How to choose between a specialized legal advisor and a long-term legal advisor?

Select consultants based on the frequency of transactions, risk exposure, and budget: For daily affairs, choose long-term consultants; for large-scale projects, select specialized consultants; for small and medium-sized enterprises, often opt for a combination of "long-term foundation + specialized breakthroughs"; and ensure that the service list is included in the contract.

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24 2026-9

Do corporate executives need personal criminal legal advisors?

Executives face criminal risks such as embezzlement and commercial bribery, and personal criminal consultants provide pre-compliance assessments and crisis responses. According to Article 34 of the Criminal Procedure Law, defendants can appoint a defense attorney as soon as they are questioned for the first time.

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24 2026-9

Can I consult a family law attorney at any time?

During the contract period with a family law consultant, general consultations can be initiated at any time, but in-depth services require an appointment. The response time and additional fee items should be specified in the consultant contract, and the annual fee model makes the costs more predictable.

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24 2026-9

How to provide evidence if the medical records have been altered by the hospital?

If the medical records have been tampered with, the patient should first make a copy and seal it, and then apply for a handwriting identification. According to Article 1222 of the Civil Code, tampering with medical records directly presumes that the hospital is at fault. The statute of limitations for litigation is three years, and if no agreement can be reached through negotiation, the patient sh...

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24 2026-9

Who should compensate for the injuries caused by being hit by a construction fence blocking the road?

According to Article 1258 of the Civil Code, the constructor shall bear responsibility if he/she cannot prove that he/she has set up obvious signs and taken safety measures; if the pedestrian is at fault, his/her liability shall be reduced in accordance with Article 1173. First, take photos, seek medical treatment, and report the case to the police. The compensation shall include medical expenses ...

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24 2026-9

Who should compensate for the injuries caused by a person with no capacity for civil conduct?

According to Article 1188 of the Civil Code, if a person with no capacity for civil conduct causes damage to others, the guardian shall bear the tort liability, and if the person has property, the compensation shall be paid from his/her property first. The guardian's fulfillment of his/her guardianship duties may only reduce his/her liability, and the statute of limitations is 3 years. Reporting t...

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24 2026-9

Can neighbors claim compensation for the noise from renovations that disturb them?

If the renovation noise exceeds the limit, you can claim to stop the infringement and seek compensation according to Article 294 of the Civil Code and the Noise Pollution Prevention and Control Law; first negotiate, file a complaint, and call the police, and keep the audio decibel evidence. The statute of limitations is 3 years, and you can sue the owner and the renovation company.

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24 2026-9

How to claim compensation for a failed plastic surgery operation?

In the event of a failed plastic surgery, the claim for damages shall be based on fault according to Article 1218 of the Civil Code, including the cost of repair and compensation for mental damage; if the institution lacks qualifications or engages in fraud, the claimant may claim triple compensation according to Article 55 of the Consumer Protection Law, and the statute of limitations for litigat...

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24 2026-9

Who should bear the responsibility for an accident involving a driver-for-hire?

For accidents involving a driver-for-hire, insurance coverage takes precedence over tort liability: compensation is provided first within the limits of compulsory insurance and commercial third-party liability insurance, and the shortfall is borne by the driver-for-hire company in accordance with Article 1191 of the Civil Code. The car owner is generally not liable if there is no fault on their pa...

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24 2026-9

If a helper gets injured, is the person being helped required to compensate them?

When a helper is injured, the person being helped is generally held liable for the injury based on fault. In unpaid help, the beneficiary bears a heavier responsibility, and the helper's own fault will be correspondingly reduced. Those who explicitly refuse to help are generally not held liable. The statute of limitations is three years.

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24 2026-9

Is the contract still valid if someone buys a house under someone else's name to evade the purchase restriction policy?

The risk of circumventing purchase restrictions by purchasing a house under someone else's name is high: purchasing public housing under someone else's name is generally invalid, and fraudulent transactions involving mortgage loans are invalid due to collusion and false declarations; transferring ownership rights is often hindered, and written agreements and investment certificates are needed to f...

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24 2026-9

How much does it cost to hire a lawyer to litigate a property dispute?

The attorney's fees for real estate disputes are typically charged on a per-case basis or based on the value of the subject matter, with fees increasing in tiers; risk-based attorney fees cannot exceed 30% of the subject matter value, and are prohibited in cases such as marital inheritance; in addition, litigation fees, preservation fees, and appraisal fees must be budgeted together.

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24 2026-9

Which law firms in Beijing specialize in property disputes?

When choosing a law firm to handle real estate disputes, there are four key considerations: expertise in the field, similar case experience, feasible solutions, and transparent fee structures. You can verify the firm's qualifications through the judicial administrative authority's platform, and bring property-related documents for an on-site evaluation during the consultation.

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24 2026-9

What is the usual penalty for breaching a contract in second-hand housing transactions?

The penalty for breach of contract for second-hand houses shall be subject to the provisions of the contract, which is usually 10% to 20% of the total house price, or calculated at a few thousandths of a percent per day; if it is too high, the party concerned may request a reduction in accordance with Article 585 of the Civil Code. The party may choose to claim either the deposit or the penalty, a...

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24 2026-9

How is the breach of contract compensation calculated when a seller sells the same house to two different buyers?

The compensation for selling the same house to two different buyers includes: returning the paid purchase price and interest, compensating for the loss of the price difference, and paying the breach of contract penalty; if the seller maliciously sells the same house to two different buyers, the buyer can claim compensation of no more than twice the paid purchase price; the buyer can choose between...

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