Frequently Asked Questions

23 2026-10

Who owns the rights to the software developed by a third-party developer?

The lawyer analyzes the ownership of software developed under a contract: If there is an agreement, the ownership shall be determined by the agreement; if there is no agreement, the copyright shall belong to the entrusted party. Paying the fee does not mean obtaining the copyright, and the contract must clearly specify the ownership and the delivery of the source code.

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23 2026-10

If I misunderstood the contract I signed, can I revoke it?

The lawyer explains the rules for rescinding a contract due to a major misunderstanding: within the 90-day exclusionary period, a request for rescission can be filed, and after the rescission, the parties shall return the property to each other, and the party at fault shall compensate for the losses.

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23 2026-10

After the contract is terminated, is the penalty clause still valid?

The lawyer explained that the penalty clause remains valid after the contract is terminated: Articles 566 and 567 of the Civil Code support claiming the penalty after the contract is terminated due to breach of contract, and the excessive penalty can be adjusted according to Article 585. Attached is a case of arbitration undertaken by the lawyer.

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23 2026-10

Is there a time limit for exercising the right of rescission?

The lawyer explained that the right of rescission is subject to the statute of limitations: if there is no agreement, it will be extinguished if it is not exercised within one year after knowing the grounds for rescission; if it is not exercised within a reasonable period after the other party's prompting, it will also be extinguished; and if it is not exercised within the time limit, the party in...

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23 2026-10

Can civil and commercial law firms provide legal services online?

The lawyer explained the feasible boundaries of online legal services: Article 16 of the Civil Procedure Law recognizes the effectiveness of online litigation, and the Electronic Signature Law recognizes reliable electronic signatures. Online consultation and signing require standardized operations.

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23 2026-10

What should I do if my registered trademark is declared invalid?

The lawyer explained the three steps to deal with the trademark being declared invalid: applying for a review within 15 days or suing within 30 days, evaluating the re-registration and the defense of prior use, and handling the existing contracts in accordance with Article 47 of the Trademark Law, and giving examples of cases he has handled.

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23 2026-10

Who should bear the responsibility when a mentally ill person harms others?

The lawyer explained the division of responsibility for injuries caused by mentally ill people: people with no capacity for civil conduct shall be held responsible by their guardians, and intermittent mentally ill people who cause injuries when they are normal shall be held responsible by themselves. He also reminded them of the key points of evidence and procedures.

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