ArticleCOVID -19 - Immediate Modification Orders - Wills, oaths, affirmations, declarationsAn Immediate Modification Order (IMO) can be made to legislation, to provide a temporary change during the epidemic.New ZealandCoronavirus (COVID-19)Cavell Leitch
ArticleCOVID-19: The Business Finance Guarantee SchemeLoan default risks are shared between the government and the bank, but businesses are still required to repay the loan.New ZealandFinance and BankingWynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19: Am I insured for this?The article canvasses COVID-19 issues with personal insurances: Travel, Health, Life and Income Protection Insurances.New ZealandInsuranceWynn Williams
ArticleThe impact of COVID-19 on cashflow and solvencyThe spread of COVID-19 and government measures in response means an economic downturn and increasing business failures.New ZealandInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringWynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19: Avenues to resolve rental disputes and cancellation for non-payment of rentCancelling a lease for failure to pay rent? You may be eligible for the COVID-19 Commercial Lease Dispute Service.New ZealandReal Estate and ConstructionWynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19 – Buying and selling property during Alert Level 3In this article we answer several common questions as to how buying and selling properties works during Alert Level 3New ZealandReal Estate and ConstructionCavell Leitch
ArticlePivoting in procurement – Suppliers and purchasers urgently review contracts and procurement processesSupply chains have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and NZ is swiftly moving through the lockdown levels. New ZealandCoronavirus (COVID-19)Wynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19 and the business-as-usual side of disputesAs the pandemic develops, remember 'business-as-usual' aspects of litigation, that could cause big problems if ignored.New ZealandLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationWynn Williams
ArticleCOVID -19 - Buying and selling houses under Level 2 and Level 3 restrictionsAnswers to frequently asked questions about how buying & selling properties works during both Alert Level 2 & Alert Level 3.New ZealandReal Estate and ConstructionCavell Leitch
ArticleCOVID-19: When matters of privacy and public health clash - which prevails?The Privacy Act allows disclosure of personal information to prevent or reduce a threat to public health and safety.New ZealandCoronavirus (COVID-19)Wynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19: Corporate and commercial considerations for M&A transactionsPurchasers may be reluctant to commit to an acquisition given the uncertainty of performance as a result of COVID-19.New ZealandCorporate/Commercial LawWynn Williams
ArticleCovid-19 case law: What we have learnt so farHelpful summary of key NZ employment law decisions relating to COVID-19.New ZealandEmployment and HRCavell Leitch
ArticleCOVID-19: Who takes the pay hit when there is little or no work during lockdown?The Employment Relations Authority recently considered an employer's obligation to pay when there is little or no work.New ZealandEmployment and HRHesketh Henry
ArticleCOVID-19 and business interruption (BI) insurance: A global overviewBI insurance covers loss of revenue or profit by a business after physical loss or damage to its insured property.New ZealandCoronavirus (COVID-19)Wynn Williams
ArticleLeaping forwards: recent developments in open banking in NZAn overview of open banking and its potential benefits.New ZealandCoronavirus (COVID-19)Wynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19: Privacy in employmentThe vaccination status of employees is a subject that raises many questions and privacy & legal issues. New ZealandEmployment and HRWynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19 and getting your affairs in orderArticle discusses Wills, Powers of Attorney, E-signing, lease renewals, trust matters, gifting & forgiveness of debt.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialWynn Williams
ArticleCOVID-19 - NZI Update - New priorities for visa processing and further immigration updatesRules relax for migrant workers assisting essential services, and an exception process is in place for the travel ban.New ZealandImmigrationCavell Leitch
ArticleThe COVID crisis has been challenging for many industries and sectors. Does technology provide the solution?The COVID-19 pandemic has produced a rapid adoption of technology for remote working, meetings and a strong IT industry.New ZealandTechnologyAnthony Harper
ArticleConstruction contracts: Contractual framework for navigating through Covid-19 Alert Level 4 (NZS 3910:2013, NZS 3915:2013, NZS 3916:2013 & NZS 3902:2004)Contractors who cannot complete due to COVID-19 need to take steps now to minimise risk of potential penalties.New ZealandCoronavirus (COVID-19)McVeagh Flemming Lawyers