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This article sets out some of the key steps to starting your own small business in New Zealand.

The decision confirmed the inadequacy of the retention regime for subcontractors in the Construction Contracts Act 2002.

The spread of COVID-19 and government measures in response means an economic downturn and increasing business failures.

Planning your exit strategy early can help maximise your business's value and avoid pitfalls.

This WA decision may have overturned the hitherto accepted view that set-off remains effective against a receiver.

Supply chains have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and NZ is swiftly moving through the lockdown levels.

Property law is complex and complicated and the documentation needed and hoops to jump through are constantly changing.

The case considers who is entitled to compensation for land compulsorily acquired for one of the city's anchor projects.

A company power of attorney is a document allowing a company to appoint an attorney to act on behalf of the company.

Health service contracts are similar to other service contracts, but several clauses should be carefully considered.

There are mandatory disclosure requirements and minimum contractual requirements for all residential building contracts.

Before taking formal action, service providers should review their contractual documentation to confirm payment terms, late payment interest clauses, and debt recovery cost provisions, and ensure their invoice is valid and clearly states the amount owing, services provided, due date, and payment details.

The Fair Trading Amendment Bill (Bill) was introduced to parliament on 17 December 2019 to amend the Fair Trading Act 1986 (Act).

In New Zealand commercial disputes, courts decide cases based on what can be proved rather than what parties believe happened; before filing a claim, businesses should gather all versions of the contract and related correspondence, document the breach with contemporaneous evidence, and quantify their loss with supporting financial records.

If the parties sign a deed of lease document, there shouldn't be any ambiguity as to how the lease will work day-to-day.

When acquiring a business, ensure compliance with competition laws by informing the Commerce Commission.

Guidance for businesses wanting to enforce a payment.