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Changes to entry requirements to the Criminal, Civil, Family, and Youth Courts.
New COVID protocols are in effect and apply to everyone who attends court.
Cavell Leitch
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COVID-19 Alert Level 4 – Guide for landlords and tenants
Useful information for landlords and tenants as to how Alert Level 4 impacts commercial leases.Cavell Leitch - Article
COVID-19: Possible further relief for struggling businesses during the current Covid-19 crisis
Summary of temporary measures likely to be implemented to prevent businesses & individuals facing financial distress.
Wynn Williams - Article
Three phases of the Red setting of the traffic light system, to manage the virus
The NZ Government moved into the Red setting of the traffic light system, to manage an expected wave of Omicron cases.Cavell Leitch - Article
Can e-commerce create opportunities both nationally and internationally for New Zealand?
E-commerce innovation may open up markets for the retail sector beyond the confines of New Zealand's physical stores.Anthony Harper - Article
COVID-19: Should employers take a shot at mandatory vaccination?
Mandatory vaccination is an untested area of law, and employers may prefer to make it voluntary, but strongly encouraged.Cavell Leitch - Article
Full Court to consider implications of the Covid-19 Wage Subsidy
Court considers ruling on whether an employer can reduce a salary without consent after accepting the COVID-19 Wage Subsidy.Wynn Williams - Article
New rules for wearing face masks in the red setting
These changes are a step up from previous regulations, so employers of vaccine mandated businesses should be prepared.Cavell Leitch - Article
Preparing to go under the Traffic Light System
Government is moving forward with the COVID Protection Framework, better known as the Traffic Light System. What should you do?Wynn Williams - Article
COVID-19: What does the lockdown mean for shared care arrangements?
Article discusses the effect of COVID-19 on shared care arrangements.Wynn Williams - Article
COVID -19 - How plans to axe mortgage LVR restrictions will affect First Home Buyers
The Reserve Bank proposes to remove loan to value ratios (LVR) in reply to the economic downturn expected from COVID-19.Cavell Leitch - Article
Pre-Departure Testing, Booster Shot Requirements And Changes To MIQ
The government of New Zealand will adjust COVID-19 measures and change its re-opening plans. The following changes will take place beginning in 2022...Envoy Global, Inc. - Article
COVID-19: Possible further relief for struggling businesses during the current crisis
These measures may assist NZ businesses and individuals, in financial distress because of COVID-19, avoid liquidation.Wynn Williams - Article
Social Responsibility In Advertising – COVID-19 Update
In our recent article, "COVID-19: It's Advertising as Usual in New Zealand", we commented on guidance published by New Zealand's Advertising Standards Authority ("ASA")...Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA) - Article
How does the construction and infrastructure sector respond to Covid and plans to regenerate?
Investment in infrastructure may be more challenging with potential supply and labour shortages in a COVID environment.Anthony Harper - Article
Your home is your castle: COVID-19 incentives to purchase your property
An outcome of COVID-19 has been the decision to remove Loan to Value Ratio (LVR) requirements for the next 12 months.Wynn Williams - Article
Employment Relations Authority rules on no jab, no job
This decision is useful guidance for employers who are considering requiring vaccination for some or all their workers.Wynn Williams - Article
Update to Guidance regarding shared care arrangements of children at COVID-19 Alert Level 4
As parents make decisions in the best interests of their children, they are now restricted to a two-bubble scenario.Cavell Leitch - Article
Vaccinating children against COVID-19 – the role of parents and the child
Recent case provides a useful backdrop to consider guardianship rights and responsibilities and how they should be exercised.Wynn Williams - Article
Three important changes to temporary work visas
The changes make it easier for employers to retain employees on Essential Services Work Visas, while borders are closed.Cavell Leitch