The global spread of COVID19 and subsequent lockdown in New Zealand changed the way that many organisations conducted business. Employers and employees needed to work together to slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep each other safe. This meant that normal employment obligations to act in good faith were more important than ever. The implications
A restraint of trade is a provision generally found in employment contracts, which prohibits an employee from working directly or indirectly with a competitor business for a specified time and within a limited geographical area, after their employment ends. A restraint of trade can be included in other agreements such as a shareholders’ agreement, where
Dogs are one of the most common domestic pets in New Zealand. Dogs provide companionship, are used to assist people with disabilities and assist law enforcement apprehending people. A dog is a very special animal, and rightfully so, there is a specific Act, the Dog Control Act 1996, (“the Act”) which is in place to
Six new exemptions to the Building Act 2004 (“the Act”) have been added, along with the expansion of four existing exemptions. Homeowners, builders and DIYers will now have an easier time making basic home improvements as the Act has removed the requirement of building consents for low-risk building projects such as sleep-outs, sheds and carports
