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Things you should know about Separating.
Obtaining legal advice at the earliest opportunity allows you to arm yourself with the knowledge you need to ensure the process is as stress-free as possible.
The return of the Wage Subsidy and other government COVID-19 Support
The Wage Subsidy is back! In this article, we provide details of the third round of the Wage Subsidy and details of other support businesses affected by COVID-19 can apply for.
Great, Judgment was awarded in your favour – now how to enforce it?
This article sets out some enforcement options available to you where you have been awarded Judgment as a result of bringing a claim through the New Zealand Court system for the recovery of a debt owed to you. You will now want to enforce your Judgment.
2021 Mandatory Employer Accreditation for Migrant Labour
Under the new rules, all employers will have to obtain accreditation in order to secure the employment of a migrant worker on an employer assisted work visa.
COVID-19 Update - Financial Support for Businesses
Following the decision that Auckland will remain at a heightened alert level until at least Monday 22 February, the government has announced that the Covid Resurgence Support Payment will be made available.
A Whole New World For Landlords (And Tenants)
On 11 February 2021, the most significant changes to Residential Tenancies Act 1986 (“Act”) came into force. These are on top of the changes which took effect from 12 August 2020 and further changes will take effect from 11 August 2021.
Thinking of buying a section? Look before you leap!
Here are some points for you to think about or investigate further when you are considering buying that section.
2020 End of Year Employment Tips
As we approach the end of the year, it is also a good time for businesses to take stock of their legal obligations to employees and plan for the next year. We have put together a list of things you may wish to consider:
Dislike your Children? We’re Sorry!
Although it is difficult to prevent a claim being made against a testator’s estate after their death, there are some factors that can be considered.
Are your creditors on your tail and you don’t know where to turn?
Whether you are an individual or a company owing money to creditors, it can often be a struggle to pay those debts when due and there is no time more difficult than the present.
Common Issues with NZ Partnership Visas
There are a number of factors that INZ are prone to querying - which will slow down, or may ultimately jeopardise, the progress of a New Zealand partnership visa application.
The Government's Commercial Rent Relief Proposal - Will it help?
The Government’s long awaited rent relief proposal - will it really help those who need it most?
Understanding the ANZSCO skills list and levels
For many migrants, the length of their visa and their ability to stay in NZ is tied to their ANZSCO classification. So what exactly is the ANZSCO?
New Essential Skills Guidelines 2020 Update
While immigration instructions remain the same- for now- there is a clear indication that the ‘labour market test’ will be interpreted more strictly,
20/20 Vision for your Trust in 2020 and beyond
The “shake up” of the trust legal landscape caused by the new legislation means that settlors and trustees are strongly recommended to review their trust and take advice to ensure it is fit for purpose.
The Story of a Café and a Mispresentation
An example of how important it is that vendors represent turnover figures accurately or put themselves at risk of a claim of damages by purchasers.