Frequently Asked Questions

09 2026-10

What is the minimum standard for calculating sick leave pay?

There is a statutory minimum for sick leave pay, which shall not be less than 80% of the local minimum wage standard; according to Article 59 of the Labor Law and local wage payment regulations, the unit shall not violate the internal system. It is recommended to check the pay slips and claim the difference in accordance with the law.

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Can employees who volunteer to work overtime claim overtime pay?

Whether employees can claim overtime pay when they volunteer to work overtime depends on whether the employer arranges it or whether it constitutes de facto overtime. According to Article 44 of the Labor Law, overtime work initiated by the employer must be paid at a rate of 150% to 300% of the normal wage. It is recommended to keep attendance and instruction records as evidence to protect one's ri...

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Is it valid to assume the debt without the creditor's consent?

The debtor must obtain the creditor's consent if he/she intends to transfer all or part of the debt to a third party. Any transfer without the creditor's consent shall not be effective against the creditor, and the original debtor shall still be obliged to repay the debt. The third party may hold the debtor accountable for any negligence or misconduct in the process of debt transfer.

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How do the joint debtors seek compensation from each other?

After one of the joint debtors has overpaid, he/she may recover the amount exceeding his/her share from the other joint debtors; the share shall be determined according to the agreed share, and if it is difficult to determine, it shall be divided equally among the joint debtors.

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How long does a creditor have to exercise the right of revocation?

The creditor's right of revocation must be exercised within one year from the date of knowing the grounds for revocation, and within five years from the date of the act; if it exceeds the time limit, the creditor should sue the debtor as soon as possible and take preservative measures if he/she finds that the debtor has transferred his/her property.

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When the statute of limitations for the main debt expires, can the guarantor still refuse to assume responsibility?

When the statute of limitations for the main debt expires, the guarantor may assert the defense of the statute of limitations to refuse to assume responsibility and invoke the debtor's defense according to Article 701 of the Civil Code; except for those who, knowing that the statute of limitations has expired, still provide guarantees or promise to perform their obligations.

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How do multiple guarantors share responsibility for the same debt?

When multiple guarantors are liable for the same debt, if there is an agreement on the division of liabilities according to their shares, it shall be presumed that they are joint and several guarantors; if there is no such agreement, they shall be jointly and severally liable. The guarantor who has already made the repayment may recover the excess amount from others in accordance with Articles 699...

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09 2026-10

Can the compensation plan for the transformation of shantytowns be modified?

During the announcement period, the parties concerned may raise objections to the compensation plan for shantytown renovation and apply for a hearing to modify it. If the compensation plan has been finalized, they may request the revocation of the illegal compensation decision and order the reissuance of the decision, in accordance with Article 48 of the Land Administration Law, to protect their r...

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09 2026-10

How to sign a compensation agreement for expropriation in a safe manner?

The signing of the expropriation compensation agreement requires reviewing the subject, the scope and amount of compensation, the payment period, the delivery of the relocation node, and the liability for breach of contract; according to Article 25 of the "Expropriation Regulations", the agreement shall specify the compensation method, amount, payment period, property exchange, relocation period, ...

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09 2026-10

Is it useful to hire a lawyer when dealing with the expropriation of residential plots?

When it comes to the expropriation of residential land, hiring a lawyer is very useful in cases of missing ownership, being denied resettlement, or misapplication of the expropriation plan. Lawyers can clarify the membership and inheritance rights, apply for information disclosure, and initiate litigation for review and appeal. According to the Guidelines on the Management of Residential Land Use ...

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09 2026-10

What specific losses are included in the compensation for the demolition of the factory building?

The compensation for the demolition of the factory includes the right to use the land, the replacement value of the building, the relocation and installation fees for the equipment, the losses caused by the suspension of production and business operations, and the decoration and ancillary facilities. According to Articles 17 and 23 of the "Regulations on Expropriation", the owners of business prem...

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