Legal Information

24 2026-10

Can the sealed medical records be opened in the middle of the process?

The sealed medical records cannot be opened without authorization. The opening of the sealed documents must be carried out in the presence of all parties involved. In litigation, the court may legally access the documents. The medical institution may open the sealed documents on its own only after the dispute is resolved or the sealing period of three years has passed. Anyone who opens the sealed ...

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24 2026-10

How can an electronic medical record be archived in a way that is considered effective?

The electronic medical records must be sealed after both the doctor and the patient are present to confirm and copy them. The sealed records should be stored in an independent and reliable medium, sealed jointly by both parties, readable but not modifiable, and with traceable operation records. All four technical conditions are indispensable.

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24 2026-10

After being sealed, who will be responsible for keeping the medical records?

The sealing of medical records should be carried out in the presence of both the doctor and the patient, and a sealing list should be drawn up. The sealed documents shall be kept by the medical institution. If the sealing has been in effect for three years and the dispute has been resolved or no further claims have been made, the medical institution may open the sealed documents on its own. If the...

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24 2026-10

Do I still need to pay the workbook fee when copying medical records?

Copies of medical records may only be charged for the cost of production, and the charging standards should be made public. The standards vary from region to region. It is not allowed to charge separately for the medical records themselves. If there are violations in charging, you can file a complaint with the hospital's complaint department, the health and health department, or the market supervi...

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24 2026-10

When copying medical records, do hospitals need to affix their official stamps?

When copying medical records, medical institutions shall affix a certification stamp on the copies. When copying, the patient or his/her close relatives shall be present, and the copies shall be confirmed by both parties to be consistent with the originals. In case of refusal to affix the stamp, the patient or his/her close relatives may file a complaint or assert their rights through litigation.

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24 2026-10

What medical records do patients have the right to copy?

Patients can copy their subjective and objective medical records, including outpatient and emergency hospitalization records, examination reports, medical images, surgical anesthesia records, and consultation opinions; the application requires written materials and proof of identity.

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24 2026-10

Can I refuse to pay the property management fee if the property management company increases it without authorization?

The unilateral price increase by the property management company does not take effect automatically. Owners should pay according to the original standard and raise objections in accordance with the law. They can file complaints with the homeowners' committee, the local government or the competent department, and directly refusing to pay may lead to breach of contract risks.

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24 2026-10

Do I still need to pay the property management fee even if the house is empty and no one lives in it?

The fact that the house is vacant does not exempt the obligation to pay property fees. According to Article 944 of the Civil Code, one cannot refuse to pay on the grounds of not receiving services. The vacancy discounts shall be subject to local policies and contractual agreements.

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24 2026-10

Do the residents on the first floor need to pay for the elevator operation fee?

The elevator operating fees shall be apportioned in accordance with the agreement, and if there is no agreement, they shall be determined based on the proportion of the area of the exclusive part; the first floor not being used generally does not constitute a reason for refusing to pay, and refusing to pay may lead to prosecution.

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24 2026-10

What should I do if the first floor residents oppose the installation of an elevator in an old residential building?

The installation of an elevator requires a double two-thirds majority vote and a double three-quarters approval. If the first floor objects, it does not necessarily prevent the construction from proceeding. However, the residents can seek legal protection through compensation negotiations, complaints, administrative reviews, or litigation.

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24 2026-10

Who should pay for the repair of the leaking roof on the top floor?

The roof on the top floor is a common area. If there is a leakage during the warranty period, the construction unit shall be responsible for it, and the minimum warranty period for roof waterproofing is 5 years. Outside the warranty period, the repair funds or the owners shall share the cost. Those who modify the waterproofing layer without authorization shall bear the responsibility themselves.

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24 2026-10

Can the civil air defense parking spaces in the residential community be sold to outsiders?

Civil air defense parking spaces may not be sold or given away, and can only be used and managed by investors on a regular basis, with the profits belonging to them. Those who sell them in violation of regulations may claim the contract to be invalid and demand the return of the property. The lease period shall not exceed 20 years.

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24 2026-10

Is it legal for the business committee to replace the property management company?

The dismissal and selection of property management companies must be decided jointly by the owners. If more than two-thirds of the owners, in terms of both the area of the exclusive parts and the number of owners, participate in the voting and more than half of the participating owners agree, the original property management company shall withdraw and hand over the management responsibilities in a...

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24 2026-10

What are the procedures for establishing a homeowners' committee?

The establishment of a homeowners' committee requires four steps: applying for approval at the first homeowners' meeting, forming a preparatory group, electing committee members through a vote with a two-thirds majority, and filing for registration within 30 days. The entire process is guided and supervised by the neighborhood office, and if any obstacles arise, the committee can be legally urged ...

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24 2026-10

Who should own the revenue from elevator advertisements in residential communities?

After deducting reasonable costs, the public revenue from elevator advertisements in residential communities shall belong to the owners. The owners may distribute it according to the proportion of their exclusive parts and have the right to request the public disclosure of the accounts. If the property management refuses to make the disclosure, the owners may file a lawsuit against them.

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