Dying without a will?
Most people know that it’s important to have a Will and to keep it up to date.
Common Intention Constructive Trusts
The widely publicised separation and property dispute of Sally Ridge and Adam Parore saw the High Court consider the concept of a common intention constructive trust.
Importance of an 'Independent' Trustee
The law requires all trustees to act independently and impartially. The term ‘independent trustee’ is used to describe a trustee who does not benefit from the assets of the trust.
Construction Contracts Act 2002
Making sure you get paid, and on time, is critical if you’re running any business. If you’re involved in commercial or residential builds, the Construction Contracts Act 2002 outlines a...
Buying Into an Existing Business
Buying an existing business is sometimes preferable to establishing one from scratch. This article gives some pointers (but not an exhaustive list) to prospective purchasers to help ensure you get...
Unfair contract terms
New rules regarding ‘unfair contract terms’ will come into effect on 17 March 2015. The rules will apply to ‘standard form consumer contracts’ – that is contracts between a supplier...
Three fundamentals for a successful joint venture
So you’ve been looking at doing with a joint venture with a business partner you know you can trust.
Health and safety reform - increased obligations for directors and managers
The Health and Safety Reform Bill 2014 (which will replace the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and is expected to come into force sometime in 2015) will place...
Farm buildings to be exempt from assessments
In July the government announced farm buildings are to be exempt from the requirements for assessments under its earthquake-prone buildings policy
Looking after the intellectual property
“The issue of branding and marketing fruit has increased greatly in recent years as some of our horticultural industries have developed.