Published 10th September 2018 by Corcoran French
We all know that people can sometimes say things in the heat of the moment which, on reflection, they didn’t really mean.
Published 10th September 2018 by Alyssa Dunlop, Simpson Western
In light of Ebert Construction’s recent receivership, not taking protective measures opens subcontractors up to recovery and enforcement issues.
Published 10th September 2018 by Norris Ward McKinnon
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) adopted by the European Union (EU) came into effect on 25 May 2018 and applies globally.
Published 23rd August 2018 by Neil Dent, Gifford Devine
Biosecurity issues never seem to be far from the news these days. The Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) is responsible for biosecurity in New Zealand and gets its powers in relation...
Published 23rd August 2018 by Neil Dent, Gifford Devine
Our ability to access the ‘great outdoors’ in New Zealand is seen as something of a citizen’s right.
Published 23rd August 2018 by Sarah Heald, Dorrington Poole
A reminder that since 1 July 2018 all lawyers have been required to comply with the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009.
Published 14th August 2018 by Jane Fletcher, Downie Stewart
Flat leases are really ‘residential tenancy agreements’. Agreements should be in writing, however, an unwritten agreement can sometimes be enforced.
Published 14th August 2018 by Scott Chamberlain, RMY Legal
When setting a fee we need to consider many things but, ultimately, the fee we charge to you must be fair and reasonable – for us both.
Published 14th August 2018 by Andrew Bright, RMY Legal
Low-income homeowners or homeowners in low-income areas could be eligible for the new government grant to assist in keeping their homes warm in winter.
Published 2nd July 2018 by Claudia Leathart, Duncan King Law
What does it mean to have ‘mental capacity’ when it comes to signing a will or an important legal document? This has recently become a hot topic, with new case...
