Legal Risks and Psychological Effects of Asking Store Employees When Buying Anime Figures

Legal Risks and Psychological Effects of Asking Store Employees When Buying Anime Figures

Question from a reader:
I recently heard that when purchasing anime figures at a certain store, the staff asks, “Please tell me your favorite scene from this anime” as a measure against reselling. Apparently, if you can’t answer, you might be refused the sale. I’m a bit concerned about this approach. I think such questions could create uncomfortable situations instead. For

Essential Steps to Take After a Rental Car Accident and the Importance of Contacting the Police

Essential Steps to Take After a Rental Car Accident and the Importance of Contacting the Police

Question from a reader:
This is an urgent consultation. While traveling using a rental car, I accidentally hit a car while backing up in a supermarket parking lot. In a panic, I immediately got out to check, and there were no scratches on my rental car, and it seemed like there were no scratches on the other car either. I parked

Understanding the Difference Between Crime and Illegality: A Legal Interpretation of Speeding Violations

Understanding the Difference Between Crime and Illegality: A Legal Interpretation of Speeding Violations

Question from a reader:
Is there a difference between crime and illegality? Also, I would like to know which category speeding violations fall into.

Considering the Difference Between Crime and Illegality

Hello! Today, I would like to talk about a somewhat difficult theme: “crime” and “illegality.” This question is surprisingly relevant to us, who may not be well-versed in law. Especially when

Guide to the Procedures and Required Documents for Real Estate Ownership Transfer Registration Due to Inheritance

Guide to the Procedures and Required Documents for Real Estate Ownership Transfer Registration Due to Inheritance

Question from a reader:
I have a question about the registration of property ownership transfer due to inheritance. My acquaintance A is Japanese and lives in America with her American husband B and their American child C, but A has a resident record in Japan. If A passes away, will Japanese civil law apply to the inheritance of the property A

Understanding Maximum Fines in Criminal Law: A Comprehensive Guide to Legal Background

Understanding Maximum Fines in Criminal Law: A Comprehensive Guide to Legal Background

Question from a reader:
What is the maximum fine for a fine sentence?

What is the maximum fine for a fine sentence? A Legal Perspective

Recently, a friend asked me, “I wonder what the maximum fine for a fine sentence is?” I’ve heard the term “fine sentence” before, but I hadn’t really thought about the specific amounts. So, I thought I would

Understanding Stealth Marketing Through Influencer Posts: The Importance of PR Disclosure

Understanding Stealth Marketing Through Influencer Posts: The Importance of PR Disclosure

Question from a reader:
I often see posts from influencers promoting apparel brands they know on social media, but many of them do not have a “PR” label. For example, a post might say, “This is my acquaintance’s brand! It’s stylish and cool, and I recommend it! Here’s the shop’s account! @〇〇△△××.” Does this fall under stealth marketing? Is the absence

Understanding the Illegality and Independence of Administrative Actions: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the Illegality and Independence of Administrative Actions: A Comprehensive Guide

Question from a reader:
This is a question regarding the law. When administrative actions are carried out consecutively, are the earlier and later administrative actions treated as separate entities, meaning that the legality of each administrative action is judged independently? Is my understanding correct?

On the Legality of Administrative Actions and Their Independence

Hello! Today, I would like to discuss a somewhat