If the buyer has paid a deposit but the seller later changes their mind and refuses to proceed with the sale, can the buyer request a refund of the deposit and claim compensation for damages?
Question: I paid a deposit to purchase a house, but afterward the seller changed their mind and no longer wants to sell the property. Am I entitled to request a refund of the deposit and compensation? Answer: Pursuant to Article 328 of the 2015 Civil Code, a deposit is a transaction whereby one party delivers […]
Is an employee who resigns without prior notice required to pay compensation?
Question: I signed a 02-year definite-term labor contract, but I currently want to resign immediately without giving prior notice to the company. Am I required to pay compensation?. Answer: Pursuant to Article 35 of the 2019 Labor Code, an employee has the right to unilaterally terminate a labor contract, provided that the statutory notice period […]
SEPARATION OF COMPENSATION PROJECTS FOR HIGH-SPEED RAILWAY IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION 98/NQ-CP
Question: I am a representative of an agency in charge of the investment preparation and site clearance for the North – South high-speed railway project. I am aware that the Government has just promulgated a new resolution on adjusting the implementation method of this project. Please advise on the specific contents of this regulation, its […]
GUIDELINES ON INCOME CONDITIONS AND SOCIAL HOUSING REGISTRATION PURSUANT TO DECREE 136/2026/ND-CP
Question: I am a representative of a social housing project developer and an individual customer who wishes to purchase a house. I understand that the Government has just issued Decree 136/2026/ND-CP relaxing income conditions. May I ask which core regulations we need to grasp, what are the risks of non-compliance, and what action plan is […]
SIMULTANEOUS ADJUSTMENT OF 06 REGIONAL MASTER PLANS IN ACCORDANCE WITH DECISION GROUP 610-616/QD-TTG
Question: I am a representative of an enterprise specializing in infrastructure, industrial park, and real estate investment that is planning to expand projects in various provinces and cities. I am aware that the Government has just promulgated a new group of decisions adjusting the master plans of key regions across the country. Please advise on […]
CONSULTING ON ESTABLISHING INVESTMENT COMPANIES IN SINGAPORE – AN OPTIMAL SOLUTION FOR VIETNAMESE BUSINESSES
In the context of increasing global economic integration, expanding business operations internationally has become an inevitable trend for many Vietnamese enterprises. Singapore, with its transparent business environment, stable legal system, and attractive tax policies, is consistently ranked as one of the top destinations for foreign investors. WHY ESTABLISH A COMPANY IN SINGAPORE? Singapore is widely […]
LEGAL ADVICE ON TAX FILING DEADLINES AND PENALTIES
Question: I am a household business operating in Hanoi. I have heard that in April 2026 there are several changes regarding tax filing deadlines, and late submission may result in heavy penalties. Could you advise on the specific deadlines applicable to different revenue levels and the penalties for late submission? Answer: Complying with tax filing […]
ADVISORY ON DISCIPLINARY MEASURES AND SALARY DEDUCTIONS
Question: Due to a violation of company regulations, my employer issued a decision to deduct 20% of my monthly salary as a “disciplinary penalty.” Is it lawful for the company to impose disciplinary measures in the form of salary deductions? Under what circumstances is the company allowed to deduct my salary? Answer: The use of […]
LEGAL ADVICE ON CONDITIONS AND PROCEDURES FOR ISSUING G1 ONLINE GAMES
Question: Dear Lawyer, our company is currently in the process of completing an online game. This is a type of game where many players can participate simultaneously, interact, form teams or compete with each other in a virtual world, and all player data is processed through our company’s server system. Before officially launching the game […]