The Grammatical Significance of Complicating Conversations and the Risks of Miscommunication
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The Grammatical Significance of Complicating Conversations and the Risks of Miscommunication

Question from a reader:
Is complicating a story permissible as a grammatical or fraudulent technique?

Complicating a Story: Perspectives on Grammar and Fraudulent Techniques

Hello, everyone! Today, I would like to discuss a somewhat unique and intriguing topic. The question is, “Is complicating a story permissible as a grammatical or fraudulent technique?” This theme involves a legal perspective, and from my own

Complete Guide to Cooling-Off and Cancellation Procedures for Electricity Contracts
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Complete Guide to Cooling-Off and Cancellation Procedures for Electricity Contracts

Question from a reader:
I applied for electricity from Earth Infinity Co., Ltd. through an agency called BEYOND yesterday. Considering a cooling-off period, I made an inquiry call today. The company name that answered was different, but I was told that BEYOND is the same company. The explanatory document about the cooling-off period states that I should send a “notification of

Exploring the Gap Between Legal Logic and Practical Application: Does Law Need Logical Consistency?
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Exploring the Gap Between Legal Logic and Practical Application: Does Law Need Logical Consistency?

Question from a reader:
Does the law need to be logical? Is it designed to avoid logical inconsistencies?

Does the law need to be logical?

Laws, that is, the rules and norms of our society, indeed need to be logical. There are several reasons for this belief, but let’s start by understanding that laws form the foundation of society. The existence of

Is Online Voting Declaration Illegal? Exploring the Truth and Key Considerations
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Is Online Voting Declaration Illegal? Exploring the Truth and Key Considerations

Question from a reader:
Is it illegal to say online that I voted for the XX party?

Is Declaring Your Vote Online Illegal? Unraveling the Truth

Recently, I received a question about whether saying “I voted for the XX party” online constitutes a legal violation. Since I have a keen interest in political and legal topics, I decided to reflect on this

Understanding Right of Way and Legal Liability in Bus-Pedestrian Collision Accidents
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Understanding Right of Way and Legal Liability in Bus-Pedestrian Collision Accidents

Question from a reader:
Recently, there have been reports of accidents involving buses and pedestrians. Many opinions suggest that in such cases, the bus has the right of way and that pedestrians are obligated to yield. Is this really the case?

Bus and Pedestrian Contact Accidents: The Truth About Right of Way

Recently, reports of accidents involving buses and pedestrians have surfaced,

Impact of Capcom's Customer Harassment Measures on Businesses and Future Outlook
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Impact of Capcom’s Customer Harassment Measures on Businesses and Future Outlook

Question from a reader:
I heard that Capcom has announced a policy regarding customer harassment. They stated that they would take legal action against malicious acts, but is there a possibility that other game manufacturers and companies will respond similarly? I’m worried.

Considering the Impact of Capcom’s Customer Harassment Measures and Future Corporate Movements

Recently, Capcom announced a policy regarding customer harassment,

Comprehensive Guide to Discovering and Legally Handling Community Association Bank Passbooks
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Comprehensive Guide to Discovering and Legally Handling Community Association Bank Passbooks

Question from a reader:
I found a bankbook that was used for the community association’s accounting. The account holder passed away decades ago, and I discovered it by chance while cleaning out my family home. The bankbook has something like the community association’s name written before the individual’s name. When I inquired with a certain bank, I was told that even

How to Resolve Order Mistakes and Refund Issues on Aliexpress: A Comprehensive Guide
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How to Resolve Order Mistakes and Refund Issues on Aliexpress: A Comprehensive Guide

Question from a reader:
I accidentally placed an order using coins on Aliexpress. I immediately requested a refund, and 585 yen was refunded, but for some reason, 1125 yen was also deducted. Since the product was refunded, it shouldn’t have been sent, so I think it’s strange that 1125 yen was deducted. In this case, can I get a refund? Or

Understanding Liability and Insurance for Traffic Accidents Caused by Pedestrian Signal Violations
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Understanding Liability and Insurance for Traffic Accidents Caused by Pedestrian Signal Violations

Question from a reader:
I heard that if a pedestrian ignores a traffic signal and suddenly runs out, the responsibility for the accident is often judged to be 70:30 against the pedestrian. I think the insurance company for the car would end up paying, but does that mean the pedestrian has to pay out of pocket? If the other party is

Comprehensive Guide to Moving Costs After Selling Your Family Home and Effective Solutions
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Comprehensive Guide to Moving Costs After Selling Your Family Home and Effective Solutions

Question from a reader:
I sold my family home, but I’m having trouble with the move related to public works. Due to the expansion of a prefectural road, a purchasing company has agreed to buy the land of my family home for 35 million yen. During discussions before the contract, I was told that the company would arrange the move, but