An employer dealing with an employee’s misconduct has a challenge ahead of them. We understand the minefield of legal problems that an under resourced employer has to negotiate if they are going to successfully conclude an employment investigation without falling foul of the procedural rules that abound.

From 1 March 2012, sweeping changes to the Building Act and its building regulations come into effect. 

The Health & Safety in Employment Act 1992 is fundamental to the wellbeing of New Zealanders. It allocates responsibilities for safety and health in the workplace and in doing so affects most people. Employers, the self-employed, employees, contractors, principals or people in control of buildings, equipment or materials, are all governed by the Act.

The Construction Contracts Act 2002 (the Act) came into force on 1 April 2003. Its purpose is to provide a process for deciding what payments have to be made under a construction contract and when they are due. Typically, when you contract a builder or tradesmen to do work on your house then you have to comply with some sections of the Act.

The Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 (the Act) creates a duty for principals to parties contracting for services in industries such as construction, agriculture and forestry.

Have you ever been in a situation where, out of the goodness of your heart, you have offered advice or a service to a friend or family member? Have you ever considered that under the law of agency you could be legally liable for any shortcomings in what you provide?

On Anzac Day 2007 two children aged eight and five tragically drowned when their family boat sank near Shag Island in the Hauraki Gulf.