Legal Information

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

23 2026-10

How to protect one's rights if the disclosure of franchise information is inaccurate?

If the disclosure of franchise information is untrue, the franchisee may, in accordance with the "Regulations on the Administration of Commercial Franchise Businesses" and the "Civil Code", claim that the franchisor has violated the disclosure obligation, and the contract may be revoked and the franchise fee refunded if it constitutes fraud. The key lies in obtaining evidence of undisclosed or fal...

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23 2026-10

Is the franchise contract valid if the franchisor fails to register it?

The franchisor's failure to register does not necessarily render the franchise contract invalid. Registration is an administrative supervision measure. If the franchisor conceals the failure to register or falsifies its qualifications, the franchisee may rescind the contract and request the return of the franchise fee. The court will determine the liability based on the actual performance of the c...

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23 2026-10

How to choose a civil and commercial law firm?

When choosing a civil and commercial law firm, you should consider whether its specialty matches yours, whether its qualifications are verifiable, and whether its fees are transparent. You should also verify the lawyer's practice license and check their experience in handling similar cases. Be cautious of false promises of guaranteed victories, and always sign a written power of attorney contract ...

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23 2026-10

What is the standard for compensation for trademark infringement?

The compensation for trademark infringement shall be determined in accordance with Article 63 of the Trademark Law, based on the actual losses, the infringer's profits, the multiple of the license fee, or statutory compensation (not exceeding 5 million yuan). If the infringer acts maliciously, punitive damages of not less than one but not more than five times the actual losses may be imposed. It i...

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23 2026-10

How to choose a professional criminal law consultant?

When selecting a criminal law consultant, you should pay attention to the following aspects: ensuring that their professional expertise matches your needs, their qualifications are verifiable, and their fees are transparent. You should also verify their practicing licenses and case-handling approaches. Be cautious of promises of guaranteed victories, and always sign a written contract that clearly...

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23 2026-10

Can individuals hire a full-time legal advisor?

Individuals can hire long-term legal advisors, and law firms can be entrusted by natural persons in accordance with Articles 25 and 28 of the Lawyers Law; the value lies in preventing problems in advance, regulating them during the process, and protecting rights after the fact.

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23 2026-10

After being hurt, who should I go to for a forensic medical examination of my injuries?

After being injured, the assessment of the injury is divided into two categories: in criminal cases, the public security organ entrusts a forensic doctor to determine whether the injury is light or serious; in civil compensation cases, the judicial appraisal institution determines the disability level. It is necessary to seek medical treatment in time and apply for a forensic appraisal.

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23 2026-10

How is the death compensation divided among relatives?

The death compensation shall be jointly owned by the deceased's close relatives and distributed in accordance with the statutory order of inheritance, in accordance with Articles 1181 and 1127 of the Civil Code; it is not an inheritance, and if no agreement can be reached, it can be sued for division.

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23 2026-10

Can I claim compensation if I'm verbally attacked and insulted online?

If someone is subjected to online insults, they can claim infringement of their right to reputation under Articles 1024 and 1194 of the Civil Code, and demand the removal of the posts, an apology, and compensation. They can also preserve screenshots and notarized evidence, and hold the platform accountable if it refuses to address the issue.

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23 2026-10

What kinds of compensation can be claimed if one is injured by others?

If you are injured by others, you can claim medical expenses, nursing care expenses, loss of income, disability compensation, etc., in accordance with Articles 1179 and 1183 of the Civil Code. You should seek medical treatment and have your injuries examined promptly, report the case to the police to preserve evidence, and file a lawsuit if no agreement can be reached through negotiation.

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23 2026-10

How is the responsibility divided among several people who jointly injure someone?

When multiple people jointly injure others, they constitute joint infringement and bear joint liability for compensation to the outside world. Internally, they shall share the liability according to the degree of their fault. According to Articles 1168 and 1172 of the Civil Code, those who jointly commit infringements or separately infringe the same damage shall bear responsibility; attention shou...

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