Are you interested in protecting New Zealand’s environment?
The Exclusive Economic Zone & Continental Shelf (Environmental Effects) Bill will regulate the area of sea, seabed and subsoil from 12 to 200 nautical miles offshore.… Read More
The case for mediation
One way or another, I have been resolving other people’s conflicts for more than 25 years, and in the majority of conflicts one common theme is present.… Read More
Get registered or prepare to get burned
If you are in the business of supplying or providing goods (or property of any kind) either by way of lease, credit, consignment or under a retention of title clause then you need to ensure that your interest in these goods is registered on the Personal Property Securities Register as a security interest.… Read More
Webb Ross to merge with Urlich McNab Kilpatrick
On 1 October 2012 Webb Ross will merge with Urlich McNab Kilpatrick to create a new firm called Webb Ross McNab Kilpatrick Limited (WRMK Lawyers).… Read More
Liability of board members and trustees of charities on liquidation
Trustees and board members of incorporated charitable trusts or societies can be personally liable if the trust or society has not kept proper accounts that give a true and fair view of the affairs of the entity.… Read More
Governance and management – there’s a difference?
Governance actually has little to do with the day-to-day management and operations of the entity – a shock to many directors and appointed representatives.… Read More
Legal threats and the Streisand effect
Matthew Inman swiftly taught Funnyjunk a lesson in how fast bad publicity can spread online, and in particular what’s known as the “Streisand Effect”.… Read More
Liability of board members and trustees of charities
What is the personal risk to you if you are a board member of a charity?… Read More
Are your employees stressed? Employers, be aware
Workplace stress is an increasing cause of absence from work on sick leave.… Read More
Reminders and tips for terms of trade
Are your terms of trade effective – do they help make sure that you maximise your chances of getting paid? … Read More