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March 18, 2014

Health & Safety Reform

The Health and Safety Reform Bill (‘Bill’) proposes amendments to our current health and safety regime. One proposal is the replacement of the Health and Safety […]
March 18, 2014

Disclosure To Your Insurer – Your Duty

Have you ever had that nagging feeling that your insurer might, just might, find a reason not to pay out on a claim? We all deal […]
March 17, 2014

Entering Into A Guarantee

A guarantee is a promise by a person (guarantor) to settle a debt or fulfil the promise of someone else. Guarantees are required by a bank […]
March 17, 2014

Redundancy Pitfalls For Employers

An employer may make an employee redundant on the basis that there is a genuine work-related reason or business decision for that redundancy. It must be […]
November 27, 2013

Extended Warranties & The Consumer Guarantees Act – Are You Throwing Away Your Money?

You are buying a shiny new top-of-the-range television with a 2 year warranty. The salesperson asks if you would like an extended 5 year warranty for […]
November 27, 2013

DIY and The Law

Many New Zealanders are capable of conducting DIY (do-it-yourself) repairs, maintenance and redecorating to their homes. However, it is important to be aware of the restrictions, […]
November 27, 2013

Construction Contracts Amendment Bill

The Construction Contracts Amendment Bill (‘Bill’) proposes some significant changes to the Construction Contracts Act 2002 (‘Act’). The Act’s purpose was to reform the law relating […]
November 27, 2013

Cancelling a Conditional Purchase Contract

Most house buyers enter into a conditional agreement for the purchase of a residential property. These conditions may form part of the further terms of sale […]
September 25, 2013

Buying A Home – What You Need To Know

Have you just seen the home of your dreams? If you have, you probably know exactly where the couch will go, which bedrooms the kids will […]
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