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    The gig economy – a changing workforce

    The gig economy is a labour market characterised by short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs.
    New ZealandEmployment and HR
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    Protecting the contractor-client relationship: Building Contracts - How good is yours?

    Many building contracts are often rudimentary or are standard boilerplates that don't reflect how a contractor operates.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
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Don’t fence me in – Tips for suppliers and distributors when negotiating a distribution agreement

A distribution agreement must be well-drafted, with a minimum sales obligation and consequences for failure to reach it.
New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
James & Wells Intellectual Property
James & Wells Intellectual Property
  • Article

    Software Licence Agreements for your business

    Before signing any business software licence agreements, ask yourself these questions and consider these key provisions.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Delays, funding issues and risks in the NZ building industry

    Sunset clauses are being used to cancel building contracts because of rising prices, delays, and supply shortages.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Don’t get burned by your residential building contract

    This article discusses a few very important points to consider when looking at your residential building contract.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Retentions in the construction industry – more problems and a possible fix?

    The retentions regime in the Construction Contracts Act is a problem area, with varied compliance but proposed reforms.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    Navigating trade marks in business sales and purchases.

    Trade mark due diligence is one of the most critical tasks in a business sale/purchase.
    New ZealandIntellectual Property
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    How should I divide profits and losses among partners in a NZ business?

    A comprehensive, written partnership agreement should include a clear profit & loss distribution method to avoid dispute.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    LegalVision
    LegalVision
  • Article

    Unfair contract terms in business to business contracts

    A recent Australian court case tested the application of the unfair contract terms regime to small business contracts.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Getting Married? You need to read this

    Couples often overlook important legal 'housekeeping' matters that should be attended to prior to the big wedding day.
    New ZealandFamily and Matrimonial
    Duncan Cotterill
    Duncan Cotterill
  • Article

    COVID-19: Safe harbour from insolvent trading – what does this mean for directors?

    The safe harbour from insolvent trading will provide welcome relief to directors who face significant liquidity issues.
    New ZealandInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-Structuring
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
  • Article

    Christchurch explosion in body corporate developments - it is crucial for developers to get service contracts right

    This article gives a few tips on requirements for developers and how to put in place a successful body corporate.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Enforceability Of Guarantees – When A Signature Is Not Enough

    The recent Court of Appeal decision in Vuletic v Contributory Mortgage Nominees Limited highlights the need for clarity in documentation intending to bind a guarantor.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    DLA Piper Australia
    DLA Piper Australia
  • Article

    Changes to consumer credit legislation in New Zealand

    This act introduces some significant changes which will affect all lenders providing consumer credit in New Zealand.
    New ZealandConsumer Protection
    Duncan Cotterill
    Duncan Cotterill
  • Article

    Contract interpretation – the pendulum swings back

    This UK judgment had far-reaching ramifications for the interpretation of commercial contracts, including in New Zealand.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    Chapman Tripp
    Chapman Tripp
  • Article

    Direct deeds – not the protection expected

    Direct deeds are generally used on construction projects between the developer, the contractor and the financier.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    Chapman Tripp
    Chapman Tripp
  • Article

    What legal documents do I need when bringing on investors?

    When you introduce new investors, you must utilise the correct legal documents to protect your business.
    New ZealandCorporate/Commercial Law
    LegalVision
    LegalVision
  • Article

    Commercial property tender process

    The tender process is widely used when a commercial property owner sells a property, or engages building contractors.
    New ZealandReal Estate and Construction
    Cavell Leitch
    Cavell Leitch
  • Article

    Decision Emphasises Importance Of Defining Scope Of Arbitrator’s Jurisdiction

    The High Court's decision in Galbraith v Global Metal Solutions Limited examines whether an arbitrator retained jurisdiction to determine a new dispute that arose after issuing awards on the original matters.
    New ZealandLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
    Wynn Williams
    Wynn Williams
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