Frequently Asked Questions

24 2026-10

Can I request a lump sum payment if I default on the installment payments?

If there is a default in the first installment of the installment payment, and the unpaid due amount reaches one-fifth of the total price and the debtor still fails to pay after being reminded, the creditor may demand full payment in one go in accordance with Article 634 of the Civil Code. It is important to keep a record of the written reminder.

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Can I still recover the payment agreed upon verbally?

The verbally agreed upon payment can be recovered: the Civil Code recognizes the form of oral contracts. With the performance traces such as delivery, signing, reconciliation, payment, and audio recordings to corroborate each other, the claim can be pursued by suing within the three-year statute of limitations.

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24 2026-10

How can I provide evidence if there's no contract for long-term supply?

For supplies without a written contract, evidence such as delivery notes, receipt records, reconciliation statements, invoices, chat records, payment records, and transaction practices can be used to prove the existence of a sales relationship. The court will determine the sales relationship based on all the evidence in the case and file a lawsuit within the three-year statute of limitations.

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24 2026-10

Can prisoners be allocated public housing?

The membership status of prisoners is generally not lost due to serving a sentence. Whether they can be allocated public housing depends on the population approval rules and local policies. Those who are disqualified can apply for relief through performance of duties, reconsideration, or litigation.

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24 2026-10

What evidence do I need to collect to protect my rights during the demolition process?

To protect their rights during the demolition process, people need to systematically collect seven types of evidence: ownership and household registration documents, housing appraisal reports, public announcement documents, video materials, conversation records, agreement certificates, and government information disclosure materials. They should also keep the original copies of these documents pro...

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24 2026-10

Can a live-in son-in-law enjoy relocation benefits?

Whether a son-in-law who lives with his wife's family can enjoy resettlement depends on whether he has the qualification of a member of the collective economic organization. A comprehensive review of household registration, member rights and long-term production and living relationships should be conducted, and village rules and conventions should not deprive members of their rights and interests.

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24 2026-10

What losses can corporate demolition compensation lawyers help enterprises recover?

For enterprise demolition, seven categories of claims can be made: the value of the house, the cost of renovation and decoration, the cost of moving, installing, and debugging equipment, the loss of production and business operations, the loss of business operations, the relocation of employees, and the loss caused by breach of contract. All these claims are based on appraisal reports and evidence...

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24 2026-10

Are the compensation projects for the transformation of shantytowns the same as those for ordinary expropriations?

There are differences in procedures, land nature, compensation items, and resettlement methods between the compensation for shantytown renovation and ordinary expropriation: Shantytown renovation mostly adopts agreement-based relocation, while expropriation compensation items are statutory. If there are omissions in the plan, the parties can file for reconsideration or litigation according to law.

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24 2026-10

Is it useful to hire a lawyer after signing the demolition agreement?

After signing the demolition agreement, you can still hire a lawyer to review the validity of the agreement, challenge any fraudulent or coercive clauses that violate fairness, and request its revocation within one year. If the other party fails to fulfill their obligations, you can file a lawsuit against them. Please pay attention to the statute of limitations and the need to preserve evidence.

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24 2026-10

When recommending lawyers for defending rights in demolition cases, should we focus on their success rate or their reputation?

When choosing a lawyer to defend rights in a demolition case, there's no need to blindly believe in the lawyer's winning rate and reputation. Instead, you should comprehensively evaluate their professional specialization, experience in similar cases, sense of responsibility, and communication skills, and also verify their practicing license number and fee charging methods.

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24 2026-10

After the homestead land is expropriated, how can farmers protect their rights and interests?

After the residential land is expropriated, there are four steps to protect one's rights: verifying the legality of the expropriation through information disclosure; checking the compensation; filing an appeal within 60 days or suing within six months; and applying for enforcement of duties if the government fails to fulfill its obligations. The compensation should ensure that the original living ...

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24 2026-10

How to provide feedback on the compensation plan for the expropriation of residential plots?

If you have any opinions on the compensation plan for the expropriation of residential land, you should put forward your views in writing within a public announcement period of no less than 30 days. If the majority of members believe that it is illegal, they can apply for a hearing; if you are not satisfied with the decision, you can file an appeal within 60 days and initiate a lawsuit within six ...

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