Understanding Privacy Violations from Unauthorized Photography: Realities and How to Claim Compensation

Understanding Privacy Violations from Unauthorized Photography: Realities and How to Claim Compensation

Question from a reader:
I have a question about filming crimes. I am a man. Recently, I invited a friend with benefits to my home and engaged in sexual activity. On a whim, I secretly filmed the encounter without the other person’s knowledge. Later, I received a message from them saying, “I saw your phone, did you film it?” so I

Legal and Psychological Advice for College Students Struggling with Embezzlement at Work: The Importance of Reporting

Legal and Psychological Advice for College Students Struggling with Embezzlement at Work: The Importance of Reporting

Question from a reader:
I may have embezzled money at my part-time job. I’m a university student and I regret doing it on a whim. I haven’t touched the money (35,000 yen), but I’m scared to report it honestly to my manager. I plan to report it to my manager tomorrow and return the money. I understand that this could be

Legal and Psychological Factors to Consider When Grandparents Designate Granddaughters as Heirs

Legal and Psychological Factors to Consider When Grandparents Designate Granddaughters as Heirs

Question from a reader:
Is it possible for my grandfather to designate me (his granddaughter) as an heir?

Introduction

This article will analyze the possibility of a grandfather designating his granddaughter as an heir from multiple perspectives, including legal aspects, psychological factors, ethical considerations, industry regulations, contract law, privacy rights, and social responsibilities. Inheritance is an important act based on law, and

Can I Legally Inherit My Grandfather's Estate If I'm Not an Heir?

Can I Legally Inherit My Grandfather’s Estate If I’m Not an Heir?

Question from a reader:
Is there a legal issue if I, who am not an heir of my grandfather, receive his inheritance?

Introduction

Inheritance often has strong emotional aspects within families, but legally, it can be a very complex issue. Especially if you are not an heir of your grandfather, it is important to consider whether you can receive the inheritance

Is Cooling-Off Possible with Daitokyu's On-Site Purchase? Legal Background and Practical Advice Explained

Is Cooling-Off Possible with Daitokyu’s On-Site Purchase? Legal Background and Practical Advice Explained

Question from a reader:
I sold an 18-karat gold necklace with a stamp through a home buying service at Daikichi, but I was offered half the market price because I didn’t have a warranty. While it was confirmed to be gold, I want to exercise my cooling-off rights now that I know it was bought for half the market price. In

Legal and Psychological Strategies to Prevent Financial Demands from College Friends: Key Considerations

Legal and Psychological Strategies to Prevent Financial Demands from College Friends: Key Considerations

Question from a reader:
I’m a first-year university student. Three weeks ago, I received a sudden phone call from a friend from high school whom I wasn’t very close to. When I answered, they said, “I’m doing a side job approved by Apple, and I need to pay 150,000 yen by this week because my boss sent the payment to me,

Understanding the Differences Between Cancellation and Mutual Termination in Real Estate Registration and Their Legal Effects

Understanding the Differences Between Cancellation and Mutual Termination in Real Estate Registration and Their Legal Effects

Question from a reader:
Please tell me about real estate registration. What are the differences between cancellation and mutual cancellation? Does cancellation have retroactive effects? Does mutual cancellation take effect from the date of agreement? Specifically, if the contract date is January 1 and the cancellation is on February 1, does it retroactively apply to January 1? Also, if the mutual