Frequently Asked Questions

23 2026-10

What should I do if I want to cancel the purchase of an unfinished building but can't get back my down payment?

The lawyer explained the path to withdraw from the unfinished housing project: Article 563 of the Civil Code stipulates the termination of the contract, and Judicial Interpretation No. 1 of 2023 establishes that the repayment of the purchase price takes precedence over mortgages and ordinary claims, including the key points of preservation and creditor's declaration.

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23 2026-10

How much do I need to pay in litigation fees when filing a lawsuit?

The lawyer explained in detail the "Measures for the Payment of Litigation Fees", which stipulates that litigation fees are charged in stages: property cases are charged progressively according to the amount, and non-property cases are charged 50 to 100 yuan, which shall be borne by the losing party, including preservation fees and key points of judicial assistance.

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23 2026-10

What should a company executive do if he/she is suspected of committing a crime?

The lawyer explained the response of the company's executives after their involvement in the case: According to Article 34 of the Criminal Procedure Law, they should hire a defense attorney as soon as possible, strive to pass the arrest approval stage within the "golden 37 days", and seek lenient conditions for bail pending trial and pleading guilty and accepting punishment.

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23 2026-10

How can stock investors claim compensation when a listed company engages in fraudulent activities?

The lawyer explained the elements of a claim by shareholders against listed companies for false statements: Shareholders can file a lawsuit if they purchased the shares between the implementation date and the disclosure date and suffered losses, without the need for prior punishment. The statute of limitations for such lawsuits is three years, and it includes guidelines on evidence and costs.

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23 2026-10

How to claim compensation for false advertising in fund sales?

The lawyer explained that if the fund makes false claims about its returns, investors can negotiate with the fund, file complaints, or sue for compensation. If the fund constitutes fraud, investors can request the return of their principal losses and file a report to recover the funds involved in illegal fundraising.

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23 2026-10

Can the court reduce the amount of the penalty clause if it is too high?

The lawyer explained that if the penalty for breach of contract is excessively higher than the actual losses, the party concerned may request to reduce it. In judicial practice, the amount of the penalty should not exceed 30% of the actual losses. The party claiming the reduction must provide evidence to support their request.

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23 2026-10

Can a contract signed under duress be revoked?

The lawyer explained that a contract signed under duress can be requested to be revoked within one year after the termination of the duress. After the revocation, the contract will be invalid from the beginning and the party can request the return of the property. It is necessary to pay attention to the preclusive period.

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23 2026-10

What is the statute of limitations for contract disputes?

The lawyer explained that the statute of limitations for contract disputes is generally three years, starting from the date when the party knows that its rights have been infringed and the obligee's identity is clear. A reminder can interrupt the statute of limitations. After the statute of limitations expires, the party can still file a lawsuit, but the other party can raise a defense against it.

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