Overcoming Unilateral Explanations in Contracts: Insights from Psychology and Law

Overcoming Unilateral Explanations in Contracts: Insights from Psychology and Law

Question from a reader:
It is very painful to receive a one-sided explanation when signing a contract. When I am asked, “Do you have any questions? If not, please sign,” at places like mobile phone stores or fitness clubs, I can’t help but feel uncomfortable. I find it much easier to understand when the explanation is given in a conversational format,

Understanding the Process and Key Considerations for Claiming Damages After a Traffic Accident: Insights from Real Experiences

Understanding the Process and Key Considerations for Claiming Damages After a Traffic Accident: Insights from Real Experiences

Question from a reader:
I recently had a traffic accident. While on my way to a lecture as critic A, I was in a taxi when I was rear-ended by another car. I sustained a cervical spine injury and was hospitalized for a month, and I am still receiving outpatient treatment. I paid about 1 million yen for medical and hospitalization

Legal Response and Risk Management When the Other Party Says "I Don't Want Money" After a Car Accident

Legal Response and Risk Management When the Other Party Says “I Don’t Want Money” After a Car Accident

Question from a reader:
I was involved in a car accident and damaged the other person’s vehicle. I intend to pay for the repair costs, but the other party says they don’t want any money and won’t repair their car. What will happen in this case?

Car Accidents and Repair Costs: A Legal Perspective When the Other Party Says “I Don’t Want

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

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

Analyzing My Experience Being Chased by a Man with a Knife in the Streets and the Police Response

Analyzing My Experience Being Chased by a Man with a Knife in the Streets and the Police Response

Question from a reader:
A man with a knife suddenly chased me in the streets and seemed about to attack. When I shouted, “Fire!” the people around me helped, and the perpetrator fled. It seems he also discarded the knife, but he only had 216 yen on him and no identification. The police repeatedly asked if he had the knife, and

Key Factors for Choosing a Lawyer and Cost Comparison: Best Options for Claiming Damages in Double Infidelity Cases

Key Factors for Choosing a Lawyer and Cost Comparison: Best Options for Claiming Damages in Double Infidelity Cases

Question from a reader:
I am considering hiring a lawyer for the first time. I want to claim damages for my husband’s double infidelity and have the other party sign a pledge to cut off future relations. I am not considering divorce, so I believe a compensation of around 1 million yen is reasonable. Could you tell me which of the

How to Handle Legal Defects in Property Purchases: A Comprehensive Risk Management Guide

How to Handle Legal Defects in Property Purchases: A Comprehensive Risk Management Guide

Question from a reader:
If I accidentally buy a property with legal defects, will I be unable to live in it? I’m worried about what to do if the building coverage ratio is exceeded.

What to Do If You Buy a Property with Legal Defects?

Recently, I received a question from a reader: “If I accidentally buy a property with legal defects,

Effective Strategies for Handling Conflicts in Restaurants and Key Legal Risk Management Tips

Effective Strategies for Handling Conflicts in Restaurants and Key Legal Risk Management Tips

Question from a reader:
I work in a restaurant, and I’m struggling with how to handle a situation if customers start fighting each other. Specifically, should I call the police, immediately process their bill and send them home, or is it correct to pretend I didn’t see anything? Which is the right answer? If there are other options, I would like

Comprehensive Guide for DV Victims: How to Seek Legal Support and Claim Rent and Living Expenses

Comprehensive Guide for DV Victims: How to Seek Legal Support and Claim Rent and Living Expenses

Question from a reader:
I am suffering from mental, economic, and sexual domestic violence from my husband. I have been advised by lawyers, DV counselors, and my psychiatrist to separate and seek refuge as soon as possible. My daughter, who is a high school student, and I have been able to sign a lease for a new place under a relative’s