Frequently Asked Questions

23 2026-10

What are the compensation standards for the demolition of livestock farms?

The lawyer explained that the compensation for the demolition of the farm includes: building ancillary facilities, disposal of equipment and livestock, losses from production and business suspension, and relocation costs. The funds can be verified through public information disclosure, and if the compensation is deemed too low, it can be reviewed and reassessed.

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23 2026-10

Is it useful to hire a lawyer when the compensation for the transformation of shantytowns is low?

Attorney handling the case on the basis of the court's revocation of the compensation and resettlement decision: The evaluation data, which has not been confirmed, is insufficient as primary evidence. The client can request its revocation and order a new evaluation. It is necessary to fix the evidence for the compensation dispute as soon as possible.

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23 2026-10

How to negotiate with the demolition party if the demolition compensation is unreasonable?

The lawyer explained that the bargaining chips for demolition compensation lie in evidence and procedures: verifying the legality of information disclosure, reviewing and assessing the evaluation within ten days, refusing to sign a blank agreement, and citing a case where the village committee's signing was confirmed as invalid by arbitration.

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23 2026-10

Can I request compensation for the decoration and furnishing separately?

The lawyer explained that the decoration and furnishings are generally included in the valuation of the house for compensation. If there are omissions or undervaluation in the valuation, the applicant can request a review within ten days. The lawyer also advised the applicant to keep the evidence and follow the procedures for reconsideration and litigation.

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23 2026-10

How to protect one's rights if the compensation rights for the expropriation of residential land are infringed?

The lawyer explained four legal remedies for protecting the rights of those whose interests have been damaged during the expropriation of residential plots: information disclosure, application for official duties, administrative reconsideration, and administrative litigation. An example of a case where unregistered land was compensated with 309,000 yuan is attached.

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23 2026-10

How to write a petition for criminal retrial?

The lawyer explained the six essential contents of the application for criminal retrial and the statutory grounds for retrial stipulated in Article 253, including the time limit for appealing, the three-month deadline for concluding the retrial, and the remedial path after the application is rejected.

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23 2026-10

What is the process of hiring a lawyer for a criminal case?

The lawyer explained in detail the five-step process of hiring a lawyer for criminal cases: selecting a law firm for a consultation, verifying the lawyer's practice license number, signing a power of attorney agreement, implementing the law firm's standardized fee charging system, and attending the client's meeting and providing legal defense. An example of handling a case of intentional homicide ...

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23 2026-10

How can criminal defense lawyers determine whether they are reliable or not?

The lawyer explained five dimensions for judging whether a criminal defense lawyer is reliable: professional qualifications, no promise of results, specific plans, transparent fees, and timely communication, along with examples of bail application after arrest.

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23 2026-10

How to find a lawyer if a relative has been criminally detained?

The lawyer advises that after a relative is detained by criminal detention, he/she should hire a criminal defense lawyer within the golden 37-day period: verify the lawyer's practice license number, sign a written agreement, meet with the lawyer as soon as possible, and apply for bail. Attached are some bail cases handled by our law firm.

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23 2026-10

How to determine whether a criminal lawyer is committed to handling the case with dedication?

To determine whether a criminal lawyer is dedicated to their work, we can evaluate five key indicators: the timeliness of client meetings, the depth of reviewing case files, customized legal documents, proactive communication, and risk notification. Let me cite some examples from our firm to illustrate this point.

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23 2026-10

Can criminal compliance avoid criminal liability?

Criminal compliance cannot directly exempt a person from criminal responsibility, but it can prevent corporate crimes and help the involved enterprises seek non-prosecution or lenient punishment through compliance rectification. However, individual responsibilities will still be determined in accordance with the law.

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23 2026-10

What is the statute of limitations for lawsuits involving civil actions?

Civil actions arising from criminal cases should be initiated before the first-instance judgment is pronounced after the criminal case is filed; for separate prosecutions, the three-year statute of limitations of the Civil Code applies, and the compensation shall be limited to material losses. It is advisable to assert claims and leave evidence as soon as possible.

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23 2026-10

What materials are needed to prepare for criminal charges and report a case?

Criminal charges require identity documents, a complaint, evidence, and a list and detailed description of the losses. According to Article 110 of the Criminal Procedure Law, public security organs should accept them. A complete chain of evidence can increase the rate of case acceptance.

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23 2026-10

After a family member has been criminally detained, what can a lawyer convey during their meeting with them?

After the criminal detention, the lawyer can verify the case facts, convey legal matters such as compensation and confession of guilt, and strictly prohibit the transmission of information about colluding to fabricate evidence or retract confessions. Meeting with the lawyer as soon as possible is the starting point for securing bail during the golden period.

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23 2026-10

What should the legal representative of a company do if the company is suspected of committing a crime?

The legal representative of the company involved in criminal cases does not necessarily bear responsibility, but the key point is whether he or she is directly responsible. It is necessary to appoint a lawyer as soon as possible, apply for bail, isolate personal responsibility, and evaluate compliance and rectification measures.

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