Published 4th February 2019 by Richard Hearn, Corcoran French
Monday, 6 May 2019 is D-day
Last year saw many changes in the employment law sphere, with the Labour-led government delivering on promises of reform in this area. Of particular significance are the changes incorporated into the Employment Relations Amendment Act 2018 that was passed late last year. These changes will affect both employers and employees.
Published 30th January 2019 by Simpson Western
High Court provides useful guidance for subcontractors.
The collapse last year of Ebert Construction Limited took many in the construction industry by surprise, particularly its subcontractors who were owed retention moneys
Published 30th January 2019 by Norris Ward McKinnon
Directors have personal liability for company debt in liquidation
A recent decision in the Court of Appeal[1] has made a director liable for almost $500,000 of company debt due to the company’s failure to keep adequate accounting records. The decision highlights the importance for directors to understand their duties under the Companies Act 1993. The Act requires directors to ensure that the company keeps proper financial records.
Published 30th January 2019 by Norris Ward McKinnon
The Tax Working Group (TWG), established by the government to consider the future of tax in New Zealand, intends publishing its recommendations very soon.
This report will follow the TWG’s September 2018 interim report that considered the possible introduction of a capital gains tax (CGT) in New Zealand. The details of how a CGT would work are yet to be clarified, as there are a number of different options that could be taken on implementation and the design detail of such a tax. It is hoped that the TWG’s report will provide further details.
Published 30th January 2019 by Norris Ward McKinnon
With the rise of technology, it is usually easier and faster for an agreement or terms to be accepted electronically, as opposed to the traditional signing of a physical document. However, how reliable is that electronic signature/acceptance if a dispute arises between the parties?
Published 17th December 2018 by Neil Dent, Gifford Devine
The legal implications of diversifying your farming operationAgri-tourism and food are growing sectors in New Zealand.
Published 17th December 2018 by Neil Dent, Gifford Devine
One of the perennial problems that farmers face is that of stock wandering or stock getting out and interfering with, or causing damage to, neighbouring properties.
Published 17th December 2018 by Sarah Heald, Dorrington Poole
Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis) continues to be a real concern for the farming industry in New Zealand.If you are thinking of entering into legal arrangements for the sale and purchase...
Published 30th November 2018 by Simpson Western
New Zealand’s ageing population has created a boom for retirement villages, with record numbers being developed.
Published 30th November 2018 by Reuben Tucker, ANZ
While there’s been a lot of hype around cryptocurrencies, it’s the underlying blockchain technology that has the potential to solve real business problems, particularly here in New Zealand.
