Understanding the Relationship Between Article 504 of Commercial Law and Article 100 of Civil Law: A Comprehensive Guide
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Understanding the Relationship Between Article 504 of Commercial Law and Article 100 of Civil Law: A Comprehensive Guide

Question from a reader:
I have a question about commercial law. Can you explain the relationship between Article 504 of the Commercial Code and Article 100 of the Civil Code? Specifically, how should we understand the reason why the minority opinion regarding Article 504 of the Commercial Code is considered to have the same intent as the principle of disclosure?

Considering

Exploring the Truth Behind Intermediate Omission Registration Permits and LEC Civil Law Problem Set Answers
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Exploring the Truth Behind Intermediate Omission Registration Permits and LEC Civil Law Problem Set Answers

Question from a reader:
I have a question about the LEC Civil Law problem set. The answer for passing in 2025-2026 states that intermediate omission registration is allowed, but is that really possible? I thought it wouldn’t be allowed after the revision, but what do you think?

The Truth About Intermediate Omission Registration: Considering the Answers in the LEC Civil Law Problem

Understanding the Relationship Between Article 96, Paragraph 2 of the Civil Code and Good Faith Third Parties
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Understanding the Relationship Between Article 96, Paragraph 2 of the Civil Code and Good Faith Third Parties

Question from a reader:
I have a question about Article 96, Paragraph 2 of the Civil Code. I understand that if a third party commits fraud, the other party can only cancel the declaration of intent if they know about the fact or could have known about it. Specifically, if third party C threatens declarant A and A enters into a

Understanding the Relationship Between Public Trust and Collusive Misrepresentation in Real Estate Transactions
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Understanding the Relationship Between Public Trust and Collusive Misrepresentation in Real Estate Transactions

Question from a reader:
I would like to learn about civil law, but I have heard that real estate does not have public credibility. However, I also heard that it can be applied by analogy to protect third parties based on Article 94, Paragraph 2 regarding collusive false representation. I am struggling to explain this relationship well. If asked why rights

Comparative Analysis of Civil Law vs Administrative Law in the Entertainment Industry: Key Insights and Challenges
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Comparative Analysis of Civil Law vs Administrative Law in the Entertainment Industry: Key Insights and Challenges

Comparative Analysis of Civil Law and Administrative Law: Impacts on the Entertainment Industry

Civil law and administrative law play distinct roles within legal systems, yet the question of which is more challenging often sparks debate. Especially within the entertainment industry, understanding how these laws are applied is crucial. This article delves into the legal context, psychological perspectives, ethical frameworks, regulatory

Understanding Legal Settlements: Can Masahiro Nakai Still Be Sued After Reaching an Agreement?
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Understanding Legal Settlements: Can Masahiro Nakai Still Be Sued After Reaching an Agreement?

Question from a reader:
I’ve heard that Masahiro Nakai has reached a settlement, but does this mean that no one can sue him anymore? I’d like to know more about this.

Exploring the Meaning and Legal Implications of Settlements

Recently, the news about Masahiro Nakai reaching a settlement has become a hot topic. While the term “settlement” is commonly heard, many