ArticleThe Healthy Homes Guarantee BillUnder this bill, landlords would need to ensure that their properties meet minimum standards of heating and insulation.New ZealandReal Estate and ConstructionCavell Leitch
ArticleWaimakariri proposed District Plan notifiedWhile a lengthy review process is underway, the current (or operative) Waimakariri District Plan remains in force.New ZealandReal Estate and ConstructionCavell Leitch
ArticleWhen Family Trusts Meet Family Protection ClaimsA developing area of law suggests that trust arrangements may not always prevent successful claims under the Family Protection Act.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleNew Trusts Act 2019The new Trusts Act 2019 aims to make trust law more accessible by clarifying and simplifying core trust principles.New ZealandCorporate/Commercial LawCavell Leitch
ArticleThe effect of marriage on your WillThe general rule is that a person's will is automatically revoked upon marriage, so you should need to update your will.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleCOVID-19 - Update to the employer wage subsidyThe NZ government has amended and clarified parts of the COVID-19 employer wage subsidy, with immediate effect.New ZealandEmployment and HRCavell Leitch
ArticleFighting organised crime and money launderingThis new Bill forms part of the "all of Government" response programme to prevent calculated, serious crimes for profit.New ZealandGovernment, Public SectorCavell Leitch
ArticleWhen you should have a Will and what happens if you don't have one?You are not too young to have a Will. You can start creating your Will, whatever stage of life you may be in.New ZealandWealth ManagementCavell Leitch
ArticleResidence now easier under the Skilled Migrant CategoryIt is easier to qualify for a residence visa under the Skilled Migrant Category, if the applicant works outside Auckland.New ZealandImmigrationCavell Leitch
ArticleImportant legislative changes for organisations that use labour hire workersOrganisations who contract workers through labour hire companies could be liable for grievances raised by those workers.New ZealandEmployment and HRCavell Leitch
ArticleRead First, Tick SecondWarning for consumers and businesses of the importance in reading terms and conditions before they are signed.New ZealandConsumer ProtectionCavell Leitch
ArticleRead first, Tick second: The importance of understanding contract terms and conditionsThis case demonstrates the huge consequences that can arise when contract terms and conditions aren't read. New ZealandCorporate/Commercial LawCavell Leitch
ArticleCase of interest - negative employment review - Zuru Inc. v Glassdoor Inc.Employers should try to maintain a good employment relationship (both during employment and as it comes to an end).New ZealandEmployment and HRCavell Leitch
ArticleMandatory vaccinations - what employers need to knowHigh-risk workers in the health & disability sector & educationwho work with children & students must be vaccinated against COVID.New ZealandEmployment and HRCavell Leitch
ArticleCOVID-19 vaccination for 12-15 year oldsVaccination is a guardianship issue, although the children/child's view, for 12-15 year olds, will be considered. New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleStop, collaborate and listen.A collaborative process allows parties to resolve matters by considering the interests most important to each party.New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleWho calls the shots? When parents or guardians cannot agree on medical treatment, they may need to seek court intervention. New ZealandFamily and MatrimonialCavell Leitch
ArticleImmigration Update - Further automatic work visa extensionsThe NZ government has announced further visa extensions for some temporary workers, and their partners and dependents.New ZealandImmigrationCavell Leitch
ArticleNew Zealand border and MIQ changes for 2022The NZ government has provided an initial plan for the reopening of New Zealand's border.New ZealandImmigrationCavell Leitch
ArticleSelling with Leased Solar PanelsIf a property is sold with "leased fixtures", such as solar panels, this must be made clear to subsequent purchasers.New ZealandReal Estate and ConstructionCavell Leitch