Frequently Asked Questions

28 2026-9

How to protect your rights if the company refuses to issue a resignation certificate?

If the company refuses to issue a resignation certificate, the worker may file a complaint with the labor supervision authority based on Articles 50 and 89 of the Labor Contract Law to order the company to issue the certificate. If the worker suffers any losses, he/she may seek compensation through arbitration. Please note that the statute of limitations for arbitration is one year.

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28 2026-9

What should I do if the court rules against granting a divorce in the first instance?

After the first judgment of non-divorce, if the couple has been separated for more than a year and then files for divorce again, the court shall grant the divorce. During this period, the parties must provide fixed evidence of separation and property, prevent the transfer of property, and refine the requests for child support and property. All these should be completed in one go during the second ...

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28 2026-9

Can alimony be requested to be paid in a lump sum?

The alimony can be paid in a lump sum, but there are certain conditions; it is generally paid monthly, and in the event of a loss of contact or the risk of transfer, it can be paid in a lump sum. If the alimony is refused, the party can apply for forced enforcement.

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28 2026-9

What should I do if the police refuse to handle the report of forced demolition?

If the police refuse to handle the report of forced demolition, you can keep the receipt and video evidence. You can file an administrative lawsuit against the party responsible for the forced demolition to confirm the illegality and seek compensation. In an emergency, you can apply for property preservation and protect your rights through multiple channels simultaneously.

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28 2026-9

What is the difference between relocation housing and commercial housing?

Public housing is derived from expropriation compensation and is subject to purchase restrictions, resale restrictions, and certificate issuance; commercial housing has clear property rights and can be freely traded. When purchasing public housing, buyers must verify their qualifications, property certificates, and transaction restrictions. In the event of an invalid sale, the full purchase price ...

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28 2026-9

What should I pay attention to during the probationary period of a suspended sentence?

During the probation period, the offender must comply with the supervision regulations. According to Articles 75 and 77 of the Criminal Law, if the offender violates the regulations seriously or commits a new crime, the probation will be revoked and the original sentence will be executed. It is recommended that the offender must report and obtain approval before leaving his/her residence.

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28 2026-9

What is the maximum length of bail pending trial?

The maximum period of bail is twelve months, in accordance with Article 79 of the Criminal Procedure Law; it should be lifted upon expiration. The key to obtaining bail is that there is no social danger, and it is advisable to hire a lawyer as soon as possible during the golden period.

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28 2026-9

Does the transfer of debt require the creditor's consent?

According to Article 551 of the Civil Code, the transfer of debt must be agreed upon by the creditor. If the transfer is not agreed upon, it will not be effective against the creditor, and the original debtor will still bear the responsibility of repayment. The new debtor may assert the original defenses.

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28 2026-9

Is the name on the property ownership certificate always the owner's name?

The registration of the property ownership certificate has the effect of public announcement and presumption, but it does not absolutely equal to the real ownership. In cases such as buying a house under someone else's name, joint investment after marriage, and unsplit inheritance, the real right holders can provide evidence to refute the registration.

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28 2026-9

How can a company be removed from the list of enterprises with abnormal operations?

Companies are listed as having abnormal business operations due to factors such as failing to submit annual reports, providing false information, or losing contact. After making corrections to the reports or changing their registered addresses and submitting applications, the market supervision departments will verify and remove them from the list. Those who commit serious violations and are deeme...

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28 2026-9

How should we handle the situation where the contract price is not clearly specified in the contract?

If the contract price is not clearly defined, it shall be supplemented in accordance with Article 511 of the Civil Code: According to the market price at the place of performance at the time of conclusion of the contract, if the government pricing or guidance price should be implemented according to law, it shall be implemented in accordance with the rules; it may be supplemented by agreement, and...

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28 2026-9

How many years does copyright protection last for?

The protection period for works by natural persons is the author's lifetime and 50 years after his/her death; the protection period for works by legal persons or works created in the course of official duties, and audiovisual works is 50 years; personal rights such as the right of authorship are protected permanently; and the protection period for practical artworks is 25 years.

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