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When a customer, business partner, or borrower in China fails to repay what they owe, the creditor must decide whether to write off the debt or pursue legal …
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Commercial contracts form the backbone of business relationships in China, and disputes over breach of contract are among the most common legal issues faced …
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E-commerce has become a dominant commercial channel in China, and the legal framework governing online commerce is comprehensive and strictly enforced. The E…
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Contract law in China is governed by the Civil Code, which took effect on January 1, 2021. For foreign businesses contracting with Chinese parties, several k…
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Foreign sellers shipping through the Bohai rim often treat the sales contract as a price-and-SKU sheet, then discover that port documents, logistics handoffs…
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Foreign buyers who source or build capacity in inland China often inherit coastal template contracts that ignore how performance, logistics, and collection a…
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Disputes involving deposit payments are among the most frequently litigated contract issues in Chinese commercial law. When a buyer pays a deposit and the tr…
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China's 2026 criminal record sealing pilot program represents a significant reform of the country's criminal record system. The program, implemented in selec…
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Divorce and Family Law in China: A Guide for Foreign Nationals Foreign nationals who marry in China or who have family law matters to resolve in Chinese cour…
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Division of Marital Property in Chinese Divorce: A Guide for Foreign Spouses When a marriage ends in divorce in China, the division of marital property is go…
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Financial contracts in China are governed by a comprehensive legal and regulatory framework that has evolved significantly with the implementation of the Civ…
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Contract fraud presents a significant risk in Chinese business transactions. Foreign companies operating in China face particular exposure to fraudulent sche…
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