Understanding Inheritance Assets and Capital Gains from Investment Trusts After Marriage: A Guide to Division During Divorce
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Understanding Inheritance Assets and Capital Gains from Investment Trusts After Marriage: A Guide to Division During Divorce

Question from a reader:
After marriage, if a parent passes away and the investment trust purchased with the inherited assets has unrealized gains, will it become joint property of the couple? In the case of divorce, will the profits gained from selling the investment trust need to be divided?

Considering Inherited Assets and the Treatment of Investment Trusts After Marriage

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Understanding the Legal Implications of Time Intervals: Key Interpretations and Meanings
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Understanding the Legal Implications of Time Intervals: Key Interpretations and Meanings

Question from a reader:
I was told to “leave a certain period of time,” but how long does that specifically refer to? I would appreciate your guidance.

How Long is “Leave a Certain Period of Time”? A Legal Perspective

Recently, a friend asked me, “I was told to ‘leave a certain period of time’ when consulting, but how long does that actually

The Truth About Law and Injustice: The Role of Legislation in Protecting Individual Voices and the Need for Reform
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The Truth About Law and Injustice: The Role of Legislation in Protecting Individual Voices and the Need for Reform

Question from a reader:
Is the law just an excuse to crush individual injustices with the injustices of the majority?

The Law and Injustice: Where Does the Individual Voice Go?

The law can sometimes feel cold, can’t it? Especially when individual injustices are crushed by the injustices of the majority. This time, I would like to share my thoughts and experiences on

Comprehensive Guide to Rabies Prevention and the Legal Relationship with Tokyo's Animal Welfare Regulations
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Comprehensive Guide to Rabies Prevention and the Legal Relationship with Tokyo’s Animal Welfare Regulations

Question from a reader:
I have a question about the constitution. It’s a bit long, but I just couldn’t understand this issue, so I would appreciate it if someone knowledgeable could help me. Problem 4 Article 10 of the Rabies Prevention Law states that if the governor of a prefecture recognizes that rabies has occurred, they must immediately announce this and