Tips for legal assistance

If you're unsure about what to do or whether to hire a lawyer, Yang recommends calling 12368, the number for the National Court System's Public Welfare Service.

If you decide to seek legal help, Huang advises verifying the lawyer's credentials to avoid deception and potential harm. On Alipay, under the citizen center's judicial services, there is a link for legal service personnel inquiry where you can look up a lawyer's name.

"There are many so-called legal service companies and legal consulting firms, and their lawyers are not licensed to practice law," Huang said.