Artificial Intelligence & Privacy
Artificial Intelligence & Privacy: What you need to know Latest from the Office of the Privacy Commissioner Thinking about privacy is vital if you are going to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools well. Privacy is a starting point for responsible use of AI tools...
Residential Care Subsidy – What to know in 2023
The 1st of July heralds the annual changes to the Residential Care Subsidy asset and income thresholds, as well as the maximum contribution required to be paid towards care in our region. As our population ages, more and more of us are going to need rest home level...
Extreme Weather Events and Property Damage
Extreme Weather Events and Property Damage Earlier this year, Cyclone Gabrielle caused devastating damage around the country. The cost of asset damage from both the Auckland floods and Cyclone Gabrielle has been estimated by the Treasury at between $9 billion and...
Do I need a Will?
Do I need a Will? Making a will is one of those uncomfortable topics. Everyone knows they should have a will but it is typically a job for a rainy day. Having a will in place is one of the most important things you can do to ensure your wishes are carried out after...
New Incorporated Societies Act 2022
The new Incorporated Societies Act 2022 (“the Act”) was passed by Parliament in 2022. The Act will take effect from October 2023 and the final Regulations will be passed by September 2023. The new Act will focus on improving Incorporated Society governance by...
Employment Law – Basics of Dismissal
Employment Law - Basics of Dismissal Ending an employee’s employment is not straightforward. There are many steps an employer must follow before they can tell an employee that they are dismissed. Those steps are different depending on the proposed reason for...
Create an Elevator Pitch for your Business
An elevator pitch is a concise and compelling statement that describes who you are, what you do, and why you do it. It's called an "elevator pitch" because it should be short enough to be delivered during a brief elevator ride. Maybe in New Zealand we could call it a...
Enduring Powers of Attorney
There are a number of essential legal documents which everybody should have - Enduring Powers of Attorney rank highly on that list. What are Enduring Powers of Attorney? Enduring Powers of Attorney (“EPA”) are documents giving legal authority to someone (your...
New Zealand’s Skills Shortage and Employment of Skilled Migrants
New Zealand’s Skills Shortage and Employment of Skilled Migrants “Skilled Migrant” Someone who is skilled, has the knowledge and ability to do something well. If people migrate, they move from one place to another. – Collins Dictionary. People who have skills that...
Fair Trading Act 1986 – is a Director’s liability limited?
The Fair Trading Act 1986 (“the Act”) was enacted to protect consumers from misleading and deceptive trader behaviour and unfair trading practices. As there are many small businesses in New Zealand, it is common practice for a director of the company to be dealing...