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Firm news, insights on new laws, and frequently asked questions.

24 2026-10

The construction of the house has been halted. Do I still need to continue repaying the bank loan?

If the real estate project is suspended and left unfinished, the buyer's obligation to repay the loan will not be directly waived. If the bank unilaterally stops lending or pursues legal action against the buyer, it may affect the buyer's credit record. However, if the purchase contract is legally rescinded and the guaranteed loan contract is rescinded at the same time, the remaining loan will be ...

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24 2026-10

How to check the other party's hidden bank deposits?

The legal path to finding the other party's hidden bank deposits is property investigation during the litigation or enforcement stage: applying for a court investigation order, online asset tracing, property preservation and enforcement bounties; individuals do not have the right to privately inquire into others' accounts, illegally obtain information, or engage in infringement.

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24 2026-10

Can personal legal consultations help with writing a lawsuit petition?

During the personal legal consultation phase, lawyers can help sort out the facts, clarify the litigation requests, organize the evidence, and draft the complaint and other documents; the complaint must be checked and signed by the client, and lawyers are not allowed to act as agents for both parties. The fees shall be determined through negotiation.

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24 2026-10

Do the government have to guarantee the repayment of urban investment bonds if they default?

When a city investment bond defaults, the local government is not necessarily responsible for it. City investment companies are independent legal entities, and the debt is repaid by themselves. Only in the case of illegal and irregular guarantees or specific rescue situations will the local government be involved in financial responsibility, which is subject to the debt limits and prohibitions on ...

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24 2026-10

How to use the cross-default clause in bonds?

The cross-default clause of the bond stipulates that if the issuer defaults on other debts, it shall be deemed that the current bond has defaulted, and the holder may declare the bond to be accelerated due according to this; subject to the threshold amount, grace period and relief period, the holder must exercise the right in accordance with the fund-raising documents and the rules of the holders'...

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24 2026-10

Are the agreements reached through mediation in court binding?

If an agreement is reached through mediation in court and the court issues a civil mediation document, it will have legal effect after being signed and received, and is equivalent to a judgment, which can be applied for enforcement. If no document is issued, the enforceability will be insufficient.

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24 2026-10

After the two parties reach a settlement, what should I do if the other party fails to fulfill their obligations?

After the settlement, if the other party fails to fulfill their obligations: if it is confirmed by the court or stipulated in the mediation agreement, you can directly apply for enforcement; for private agreements, you need to file a separate lawsuit; the enforcement period is two years, and it is recommended to strive for judicial confirmation when signing the contract.

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24 2026-10

How should electronic data evidence be preserved?

The electronic data must be fixed in a timely manner, including WeChat records, transfer records, and electronic contracts. It is necessary to preserve the original carriers and handle notarization or blockchain storage to form an evidence chain with the contract, so as to effectively protect one's rights and interests.

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24 2026-10

Can the recording be used as evidence in a contract dispute?

Recordings are legally recognized as audiovisual evidence. If the source is legitimate, the content is clear, and the recording can corroborate other evidence, it can be used as the basis for making a judgment. Recordings made privately that do not infringe upon others' rights are generally valid, but the original carrier must be provided and subject to cross-examination.

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24 2026-10

If the security guard makes a mistake and causes losses, do they have to compensate for it?

If there are errors in the application for preservation of evidence, the applicant shall compensate the respondent for the losses suffered thereby; common errors include the non-existence of a creditor's right, the seizure of assets exceeding the scope of the application, and the misidentification of the target of the application. The respondent may bring a separate lawsuit for compensation and ap...

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24 2026-10

Can I apply for property preservation if the other party transfers their assets?

If you discover that the other party is transferring property, you can apply for property preservation: either before or during the litigation, you need to provide a guarantee and specify the clues to the property. If the applicant causes losses due to errors in the preservation, they should compensate for the losses. Therefore, you should apply for it cautiously based on the true creditor's right...

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24 2026-10

Can I still sue again if I'm not satisfied with the arbitration award?

Arbitration follows the principle of finality, and the parties generally cannot file a lawsuit again over the same dispute if they are not satisfied with the arbitration award. However, within six months after receiving the award, they can apply to the intermediate court for revocation or non-enforcement of the award. The remedy is to revoke the award rather than file a new lawsuit.

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24 2026-10

How long does it take to register a trademark, from application to obtaining the certificate?

The registration of a trademark typically takes about 12 to 14 months: formal review, substantive review (within the statutory period of 9 months), a three-month public announcement, and approval and issuance of the certificate. If the application is rejected due to objections and corrections are required, the process will be extended. It is recommended to conduct an early search and respond to th...

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