Changes to sick leave entitlements

As has been anticipated, there are some proposed changes to the Holidays Act 1993 (“the…

Traps when buying a used car

While the process of buying a used car is usually completed without legal advice, it…

Disputes Tribunal in NZ – An insiders guide

If you have an issue you are unable to reach a resolution on, the Disputes…

Changes to tax deductability on interest expenses

In late March earlier this year, the Labour Government announced a number of changes regarding…

Copyright and content sourcing online – where do you stand?

Times have changed dramatically in the era of the internet when it comes to the…

Changes to the Privacy Act

The Privacy Act 2020 replaced the Privacy Act 1993, and came into force on 1…

What does Restraint of Trade mean?

A restraint of trade is a provision generally found in employment contracts, which prohibits an…

Access issues – commercial leases during COVID-19 lockdown

Many commercial tenants were forced to close down non-essential businesses during the nationwide lockdown. As…

Points of interest on drug and alcohol testing in the workplace

Drugs and alcohol can make an employee less effective, struggle to concentrate, careless, unable to…

How many directors need to sign?

Signing documents that bind a company to obligations and potential liability is a key aspect…

General consequence when bankruptcy is declared

It is always a difficult time when you find that you are earning 99c but…

Sole Trader and Limited Liability Company – Liability Compared

A sole trader is a common ownership structure that can be used to operate a…