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Restatement and Rule Application of Shareholder Limited Liability

股东有限责任的制度重述与规则适用——历史和比较视角的考察

Restates shareholder limited liability from historical and comparative perspectives, arguing that shareholders owe contribution duties to the company rather than direct external debt liability.

Brief English Introduction

Wang challenges the common habit of explaining limited liability only from the company’s external debt relationship. The article emphasizes that shareholders’ core duty is to contribute capital to the company.

Teaching Notes

Ask students how this view changes the analysis of unpaid contributions, creditor claims, and veil piercing.