Essential Guide to Handling Accidents in Shopping Mall Parking Lots: Key Steps for Reporting to Police and Insurance Procedures
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Essential Guide to Handling Accidents in Shopping Mall Parking Lots: Key Steps for Reporting to Police and Insurance Procedures

Question from a reader:
Recently, I scratched my car on the slope of a shopping mall parking lot. In such cases, is it necessary to report to the police? Also, I would appreciate information on the insurance procedures.

Introduction

Accidents in shopping mall parking lots can sometimes cause many issues from legal and psychological perspectives, even if they seem trivial. In response

Exploring the Realities of Police Work: Unique Stories and Insights
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Exploring the Realities of Police Work: Unique Stories and Insights

Question from a reader:
Can you share some common episodes or experiences related to the work of police officers?

Episodes and Experiences Related to the Work of Police Officers

The profession of a police officer is generally known to be dangerous and carries significant responsibilities, but there are also many unique and interesting episodes behind the scenes. This time, I would like

Guide to Inheriting Vacant Family Homes and Unregistered Properties in Japan
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Guide to Inheriting Vacant Family Homes and Unregistered Properties in Japan

Question from a reader:
I’m seeking advice regarding my vacant family home. It has undergone multiple renovations and there is an unregistered building. I am paying property tax, but there is a record of estate division mediation. I believe I cannot inherit this building, but should I submit the “Application for Change of Name in the Property Tax Ledger (Inheritance)” at

Exploring the Artistic Distinctions of Toshihiro Hirano: Why He Deviates from the Lake River Style
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Exploring the Artistic Distinctions of Toshihiro Hirano: Why He Deviates from the Lake River Style

Reader’s Question:
Why does Toshihiro Hirano, despite being from Be-Bop, not have the Lake River style? Other artists like Kitazume, Onda, and Omori still carry on that Lake River vibe, but Hirano seems to lean more towards the Mikimoto style, doesn’t he?

Understanding the Artistic Divergence of Toshihiro Hirano

Anime, as a

Legal Advice on Parenting and Divorce: Strategies and Solutions After Joint Custody Implementation
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Legal Advice on Parenting and Divorce: Strategies and Solutions After Joint Custody Implementation

Question from a reader:
I had my child taken away from me because parenting is difficult. The ruling resulted in indirect contact, but I have no history of DV, infidelity, or debt; on the contrary, I was a victim of DV from my wife. Despite this, the abduction was recognized. I am currently pursuing criminal charges, but my wife claims there

Understanding the Law and Psychology to Resolve Inheritance Disputes
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Understanding the Law and Psychology to Resolve Inheritance Disputes

Question from a reader:
I have something I would like to consult about inheritance. My mother passed away, and my sister and I are the two heirs. We split the funeral costs equally, but my sister has entrusted the inheritance procedures to a judicial scrivener. Recently, I received an inventory of assets from the judicial scrivener, but there was a significant

Is Dr. Stone a Pun? Exploring Language, Culture, and Character Depth in the Popular Anime and Manga Series
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Is Dr. Stone a Pun? Exploring Language, Culture, and Character Depth in the Popular Anime and Manga Series

Reader’s Question:
Is Dr. Stone a pun?

Understanding the Pun in “Dr. Stone”: A Deep Dive into Language, Culture, and Character Development

As a university student majoring in psychology and working part-time in a judicial scrivener’s office, I often find myself analyzing not just the law but the narratives and contexts that