Virtually witnessed documents – are they valid?
The main purpose of having a witness to a document is to authenticate that the person signing was in fact the person noted on the document. The implementation of electronic …
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Changes to sick leave entitlements
As has been anticipated, there are some proposed changes to the Holidays Act 1993 (“the Act”) that are expected to come into effect later on this year. The changes look …
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Traps when buying a used car
While the process of buying a used car is usually completed without legal advice, it is useful to refresh the checklist of the key points you should follow. This is …
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Leaving chattels under a will
There is a presumption often made by the will maker that they can leave the chattels they have to the executors and the family to sort out once they have …
Read MoreInsider’s guide to the Disputes Tribunal
If you have an issue you are unable to reach a resolution on, the Disputes Tribunal may well be your next step. They can look into a variety of claims …
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Changes to building consents
Six new exemptions to the Building Act 2004 (“the Act”) have been added, along with the expansion of four existing exemptions. Homeowners, builders and DIYers will now have an easier …
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The Dog Control Act 1996 explained
Dogs are one of the most common domestic pets in New Zealand. Dogs provide companionship, are used to assist people with disabilities and assist law enforcement apprehending people. A dog …
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What does Restraint of Trade mean?
A restraint of trade is a provision generally found in employment contracts, which prohibits an employee from working directly or indirectly with a competitor business for a specified time and …
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Employment changes in regards to working from home
The global spread of COVID-19 and subsequent lockdown in New Zealand changed the way that many organisations conducted business. Employers and employees needed to work together to slow the spread …
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Does the vendor have to remove rubbish?
Buying a new house is a positive experience and looked forward to by all purchasers. The Vendors too are looking forward to moving on to a different location. The actual …
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