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  When a contract partner fails to fulfil their obligations — whether by delay, non-performance, partial performance or otherwise — such breach of contract can threaten your rights, business, or personal interests. As someone experienced in legal assistance for foreigners and businesses, I want to guide you through a clear, methodical procedure to respond effectively when faced with a contract breach. This helps you protect your rights, prepare evidence, and decide on negotiation or litigation with confidence. What is a “Breach of Contract”? (Legal context) Under the civil law regime, a contract creates binding obligations between parties. When one party fails to perform as agreed — for example failing to deliver goods or services, delivering defective goods, delaying performance, or performing incompletely — that constitutes a breach of contract . Depending on the severity and nature of the breach (e.g. total non-performance vs minor delay), the innocent party gains ce...

  When you are experiencing threats, stalking, harassment, or any form of violence, the fear can feel overwhelming. For foreigners living in Korea, this fear is often intensified by language barriers, cultural differences, and uncertainty about how the legal system works. If you are considering legal protection, understanding the documents required to obtain a restraining order is the first step toward reclaiming your safety and peace of mind. With compassion and clarity, this guide walks you through the full documentation checklist and the legal process based on the most up-to-date information as of 2025. Korean Law Guide: Understanding Restraining Orders Korea provides several types of restraining orders, depending on the nature of the threat: Domestic Violence Restraining Orders Stalking Crime Protection Orders (under the 2022 Stalking Punishment Act) Emergency Measures issued by police Civil Court Injunctions Regardless of which category ...

  Losing a loved one in an aviation accident is a shock that brings grief, confusion, and urgent need for answers. For surviving family members, understanding your legal rights can help you seek compensation, secure your loved one’s legacy, and find some measure of justice. In this article, I explain what rights bereaved families have after an aviation accident, what legal paths exist, and what to watch out for. This is written for foreigners and locals alike — for those involved in international travel or residing in Korea. (Labels: Korean Law Guide, Legal Help in Korea, Aviation & Liability) What legal frameworks apply when an aviation accident occurs When an aviation accident causes death or severe injury, international treaties and aviation-liability laws often govern the rights of victims and their families. For many international flights, the Montreal Convention applies. Through this treaty, airlines have defined liability towards passengers and their families. In ...

  If you’re riding a bicycle in Korea—whether you’re a foreign resident or visiting—you may suddenly find yourself involved in an accident. It can bring shock, worry about injury, medical expenses, insurance claims and legal responsibility. I understand how overwhelming this road can feel. As a legal advisor who supports foreigners and someone versed in marketing and blog writing, I want to guide you through the steps of handling both insurance and legal processing after a bicycle accident in Korea. This is your “Korean Law Guide” and “Legal Help in Korea” resource. Why insurance and legal processing matter after a bicycle accident When a bicycle accident happens the consequences can be wide: medical costs for you or the other party, property damage (your bike, someone’s car or property), personal injury, potential criminal liability or tort claims. The term **insurance and legal processing** covers both: how you use insurance to cover costs or damages, and how you deal with ...