Many of us are aware of the strict policies that employees of public sector entities, large corporates and charitable services must follow when offered a gift by a client or customer. They have the responsibility of fairness and transparency to ensure continued public confidence in their organisations.
With the passing of what is colloquially known as ‘Ashley’s Law’ in October last year, family violence will be a ground to end a marriage or civil union... Ashley’s Law comes into force in October 2025.
This is the first case in New Zealand in which a senior officer of a company has been convicted following a workplace death.
You should review and update your will regularly... There are many significant milestones in life when you should think about whether your will is still appropriate for your unique circumstances.
The recent interim receivership and subsequent statutory management of the Du Val Group has brought the use of, and reliance on, ‘eligible investor’ certifications under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) back into the public spotlight.
In August 2024, the government announced that it would progress a package of reforms to the Companies Act 1993 and related legislation.
With summer shortly upon us, the up take in casual work is synonymous with school and university holidays... if you hire staff on a casual basis you still have significant legal responsibilities.
A common question that arises for landlords owning commercial premises (or tenants leasing those premises) is what happens to the lease when your tenant sells their business. The answer to this is usually found in the deed of lease itself.
As urban land becomes more expensive, landowners and developers are constantly looking for ways to get the most out of their patch of dirt.
If you are in the position to repay your mortgage early to your lender, you can. If you have a fixed interest rate that has not expired, however, you will technically be breaching the loan by repaying early.
