From tradies to TV, recent judgments confirm restraints of trade still have a rightful place in employment agreements
The proposed Fair Pay Agreements Bill will enhance wages for lower tier earners, but is unlikely to increase productivity, writes David Grindle.… Read More
Fair Pay Agreements – (a lot) more than what they seem
The proposed Fair Pay Agreements Bill will enhance wages for lower tier earners, but is unlikely to increase productivity, writes David Grindle.… Read More
Don’t want to quit? Try being lazy instead…
Encouraging employees to go above and beyond takes two way communication, writes David Grindle. … Read More
A raft of changes for employers once more
What’s next for employers now the Covid-19 protection framework is gone… Read More
Why, and how often, should I review my will?
As life changes, so do your circumstances, assets and wishes. A thorough and up to date Will ensures your wishes are respected when you die, and simplifies the administration of your estate for your grieving loved ones. … Read More
Calling out a RAT
With increasing stories of positive RAT results being sold online and the enticing prospect of a seven day holiday, the risk of sick leave fraud in workplaces is ever increasing. So if you have suspicions and want to call out a RAT, here’s what you can do.… Read More
Selling your property in a slowdown
Preparing a sensible and secure contract can help make sure your sale stays on track.… Read More
The wavering corporate veil: Ignorance of the law no longer a protection against employers’ personal liability
A Court of Appeal decision underlines the expectation that all employers should be compliant with minimum employment standards.… Read More
Whistle-blowers get (some) new legal protections
The Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistleblowers) Act 2022 sets out what will, and will not, be protected.… Read More
Fast-tracking resource consent for development projects
The ‘Fast Track Consenting Act’ provides an alternative consenting pathway for eligible infrastructure and development projects. … Read More
Sexual harassment in the workplace – one year to raise a personal grievance
Time limit for an employee to raise a personal grievance for alleged sexual harassment to increase from 90 days to 1 year.… Read More
Rethinking ‘no chores, no dessert’ – the Gloriavale decision and its employment risks
The Employment Court has declared that three Gloriavale members were employees from the age of six through to when they left the Gloriavale community.… Read More