Understanding Copyright in Illustrations: A Case Study of a Messy-Haired Glasses Student

Question from a reader:
Could this illustration potentially infringe on copyright? I intended to draw just a student with messy hair and glasses.

Questions about Copyright: Is the Illustration Okay?

In response to a reader’s question, I would like to discuss copyright. Specifically, let’s consider your illustration of a “student with messy hair and glasses” from a copyright perspective. Copyright is a

Rui July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

Understanding AED Usage: Legal Considerations for Young Women

Question from a reader:
Are there any young women who have used an AED or know someone who has used an AED? This is a common topic of discussion, but have there been any special considerations given?

Experiences with AED and Its Legal Aspects

Hello everyone. Today, I would like to talk about experiences using an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) from

Rui July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

Legal Remedies and Emotional Support for Privacy Violations by Neighbors

Question from a reader:
The person next door is filming my family coming in and out of our front door through the glass from inside their house. We just moved in and have no particular relationship with our neighbors, but after reporting it to the police several times, it seems there have been other reports as well, and that person is

Yu July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

Understanding Account Takeover Risks and Arrest Possibilities: Essential Prevention Tips for Victims

Question from a reader:
My X account was hacked and used for fraud by someone. Is there a possibility that I could be arrested for this? I’m really at a loss about what to do.

Account Hacking and the Law: Could You Be Arrested?

Recently, I received a consultation from a friend. He asked, “My X account was hacked and used for

Yu July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

How to Address Concerns About Your Boyfriend’s Location Data and Legal Implications

Question from a reader:
It seems that my boyfriend’s location has been showing him at the police station since around midnight. By 6 AM, he was parked near the police station building, and then his location was turned on with a 90% charge. However, he has been parked in the lot for about two hours since then. I can’t get in

Yu July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

How to Respond to PayPay Card Court Summons: A Guide to Writing Your Answer Document

Question from a reader:
I received a letter from the court regarding overdue payments on my PayPay card. How should I write my response to avoid having to appear in court? If anyone has experience, please give me some advice.

Dealing with Overdue PayPay Card Payments and Court Summons

Hello everyone. Today, I want to discuss a somewhat heavy topic: overdue payments

Rui July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

Understanding the Differences Between Gift and Inheritance Waiver: Key Procedures Explained

Question from a reader:
I would like to ask a judicial scrivener or someone knowledgeable about registration. Currently, I am in the process of receiving a gift of land and a house from my husband’s father. The house is unregistered, and the land is in my father-in-law’s name, so I plan to create a gift contract for the land and proceed

Yu July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

How to Profit from the American Version of Rakuten: Insights and Legal Tips

Question from a reader:
Can you tell me if it’s really possible to earn money using the American version of Rakuten Shop on LINE? I would also like to know about the experiences of those who are actually doing it.

Can You Really Earn Money with the American Version of Rakuten Shop? My Experience and Legal Considerations

Hello! I’m a man in

Rui July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

Guide to Claiming Bicycle Accident Repair Costs and Managing Injuries

Question from a reader:
This morning, I was involved in a bicycle accident. At an intersection, another bicycle came speeding towards me, and my front wheel got bent. Because of that, the front wheel won’t turn, and it won’t move whether I push or pedal, and the lock part is also broken, so I can’t lock it anymore. It seems the

Rui July 9, 2025

Japanese Laws

How Checking Your Credit Report Affects Car Loan Approval and How to Do It

Question from a reader:
Hello. I am thinking of purchasing a car for commuting and considering a loan from Honda Finance. Actually, I had a delay in payment with Paidy in 2023, and I realized it when I received a demand letter from a lawyer. Currently, I don’t know what my credit information looks like, but I checked with JICC and

Yu July 9, 2025