Climate change will impact infrastructure, so the construction industry must consider how to mitigate the effects.

The decision is the first, and only NZ case on the relationship between Admiralty and the Insolvency (Cross-Border) Act.

Kim Dotcom's political party aspirations must have taken a hit when the court delivered this judgment against Dotcom.

This judgment demonstrates Courts interpreting insurance contracts in light of the commercial purpose behind the policy.

The traditional New Zealand 'do it yourself' (DIY) attitude is alive and well when it comes to commercial leasing. There are plenty of people, both landlords and tenants, who are prepared to sign an agreement to lease premises for, say, a six year term at $50,000 plus a year rent without consulting a lawyer.

It is clear that there is potential for a ripple effect for New Zealand directors from the Australian Centro decision.

The case relates to alleged breaches of the Securities Act 1978 by the directors of Lombard Finance & Investments Limited.

Failing to enter into s shareholder's agreement can be the commercial equivalent of driving without a seatbelt.

The Employment Relations Authority recently considered an employer's obligation to pay when there is little or no work.

The Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance will be hosting a webinar, "Asia Pacific Advertising Law Year in Review," on Thursday, October 22, 2020, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. China Standard Time.

The session will discuss the current regulatory landscape, advise on beset practices, and look at recent enforcement actions by regulators around the world.

The update summarises 2013-14 insurance decisions, and litigation from the Canterbury earthquakes continues to dominate.

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