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Businesses may be aware that change is in the air as the coalition Government’s Employment Relations Amendment Bill (“ERAB”) makes its way through Parliament. The Education and Workforce Select Committee have recently completed their analysis of the Bill and have recommended it be passed into law, with a few tweaks made. Here are ten key points you should be aware of.
Most businesses know (or should know!) about the Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) and the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) – essentially they impose loads of obligations on people who are “in trade”. In case your memory is a bit hazy, we’ve summarised 10 key points you need to know about these consumer laws.
The Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (Bill) was passed by Parliament on 15 August 2018 and will come into force in late October 2018. This note summaries the key changes the Bill makes to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (Act).
The Government has release its plans for reform of the employment laws. A summary of the areas where changes will be happening are attached.
On 25 May 2018, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force.
The GDPR will change the EU’s legislative framework around how organisations collect, store and manage personal data and, as a New Zealand organisation, you may be affected by the GDPR. In this article, we discuss whether the new regulation could apply to your organisation, and what you need to do to ensure that you comply with a rapidly evolving global ..
The Commerce Commission has released its 2016/17 Consumer Issues Report. The report identifies key issues and emerging risks that have the potential to affect consumers in New Zealand.
This article discusses whether your franchise system is affected, summar..
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act.
The Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (Bill) received royal assent on 14 August 2017 and has now become law. The Bill brings changes to the “cartel provisions” of the Commerce Act 1986 (Commerce Act) that will affect many businesses.
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act. The CCLA is intended to be clearer and easier to understand – it is not intended to make substantive changes to the law.
Jackson Russell has appointed David Alizade as a partner in its Business Law team. David brings extensive New Zealand and international experience to the team across various sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing and life sciences.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the new disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
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Jackson Russell is pleased to announce the appointment of David Compton as partner to the firm. Dave has 17 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, and has joined the firm as a commercial property specialist.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
It is common practice now for contracts to be negotiated and entered electronically. This trend will only increase with the move towards paperless environments so it is essential that parties understand the legal requirements for creating legally binding contracts electronically and correctly using digital signatures.
The Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) makes it an offence for businesses to engage in conduct that is, or is likely to be, misleading or deceptive. The FTA also includes more specific offences such as engaging in conduct that is liable to mislead the public as to the nature, characteristics, quantity, manufacturing process or suitability for purpose of goods and services. Summarised below are a number of recent FTA convictions for, what in hindsight appear ..
Safeguarding privacy and cyber security are key concerns for businesses and consumers in 2016. This article looks at the latest public research and what this means for you.
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In March 2015 new rules came into force prohibiting the use of “unfair” terms in standard form consumer contracts.
In February 2016 the Commerce Commission released a report on unfair contract terms (UCT) in the telecommunications sector. The full report, available here
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This is the first few sentences of the article that give an introduction. It should be around three sentences long and provide enough information to make the reader want to click through.
All workplaces in New Zealand need to comply with the new Health and Safety at Work Act. Existing health and safety systems will need updating across low risk and high risk industries, ranging from small businesses to large corporates. Directors and senior managers have non-delegable duties and personal liability.
The new Health and Safety At Work Act has been passed by Parliament and will come into effect on 4 April 2016. What does this mean for your business?
New Zealand’s Health and Safety legislation is undergoing a major overhaul in response to a renewed
focus on the safety in the workplace. The review was spurred, in part, by the Pike River tragedy and the well-publicised record of the Forestry Industry. The changes will align New Zealand’s approach with Australia’s current law and provide some hefty disincentives to taking a lax approach to Health and Safety.
We have briefly summarised the key changes for you below. So..
Recently the Nation watched with interest as Lucan Battison successfully took St John’s College to the High Court after being suspended for refusing to cut his hair. We have summarised the case below, and provided some general comments about how schools can avoid or minimise the risk of having disciplinary decisions based on non-compliance with school rules challenged.
Businesses may be aware that change is in the air as the coalition Government’s Employment Relations Amendment Bill (“ERAB”) makes its way through Parliament. The Education and Workforce Select Committee have recently completed their analysis of the Bill and have recommended it be passed into law, with a few tweaks made. Here are ten key points you should be aware of.
Most businesses know (or should know!) about the Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) and the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) – essentially they impose loads of obligations on people who are “in trade”. In case your memory is a bit hazy, we’ve summarised 10 key points you need to know about these consumer laws.
The Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (Bill) was passed by Parliament on 15 August 2018 and will come into force in late October 2018. This note summaries the key changes the Bill makes to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (Act).
The Government has release its plans for reform of the employment laws. A summary of the areas where changes will be happening are attached.
On 25 May 2018, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force.
The GDPR will change the EU’s legislative framework around how organisations collect, store and manage personal data and, as a New Zealand organisation, you may be affected by the GDPR. In this article, we discuss whether the new regulation could apply to your organisation, and what you need to do to ensure that you comply with a rapidly evolving global ..
The Commerce Commission has released its 2016/17 Consumer Issues Report. The report identifies key issues and emerging risks that have the potential to affect consumers in New Zealand.
This article discusses whether your franchise system is affected, summar..
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act.
The Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (Bill) received royal assent on 14 August 2017 and has now become law. The Bill brings changes to the “cartel provisions” of the Commerce Act 1986 (Commerce Act) that will affect many businesses.
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act. The CCLA is intended to be clearer and easier to understand – it is not intended to make substantive changes to the law.
Jackson Russell has appointed David Alizade as a partner in its Business Law team. David brings extensive New Zealand and international experience to the team across various sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing and life sciences.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the new disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
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Jackson Russell is pleased to announce the appointment of David Compton as partner to the firm. Dave has 17 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, and has joined the firm as a commercial property specialist.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
It is common practice now for contracts to be negotiated and entered electronically. This trend will only increase with the move towards paperless environments so it is essential that parties understand the legal requirements for creating legally binding contracts electronically and correctly using digital signatures.
The Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) makes it an offence for businesses to engage in conduct that is, or is likely to be, misleading or deceptive. The FTA also includes more specific offences such as engaging in conduct that is liable to mislead the public as to the nature, characteristics, quantity, manufacturing process or suitability for purpose of goods and services. Summarised below are a number of recent FTA convictions for, what in hindsight appear ..
Safeguarding privacy and cyber security are key concerns for businesses and consumers in 2016. This article looks at the latest public research and what this means for you.
Testing arial font
In March 2015 new rules came into force prohibiting the use of “unfair” terms in standard form consumer contracts.
In February 2016 the Commerce Commission released a report on unfair contract terms (UCT) in the telecommunications sector. The full report, available here
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This is the first few sentences of the article that give an introduction. It should be around three sentences long and provide enough information to make the reader want to click through.
All workplaces in New Zealand need to comply with the new Health and Safety at Work Act. Existing health and safety systems will need updating across low risk and high risk industries, ranging from small businesses to large corporates. Directors and senior managers have non-delegable duties and personal liability.
The new Health and Safety At Work Act has been passed by Parliament and will come into effect on 4 April 2016. What does this mean for your business?
New Zealand’s Health and Safety legislation is undergoing a major overhaul in response to a renewed
focus on the safety in the workplace. The review was spurred, in part, by the Pike River tragedy and the well-publicised record of the Forestry Industry. The changes will align New Zealand’s approach with Australia’s current law and provide some hefty disincentives to taking a lax approach to Health and Safety.
We have briefly summarised the key changes for you below. So..
Recently the Nation watched with interest as Lucan Battison successfully took St John’s College to the High Court after being suspended for refusing to cut his hair. We have summarised the case below, and provided some general comments about how schools can avoid or minimise the risk of having disciplinary decisions based on non-compliance with school rules challenged.
Businesses may be aware that change is in the air as the coalition Government’s Employment Relations Amendment Bill (“ERAB”) makes its way through Parliament. The Education and Workforce Select Committee have recently completed their analysis of the Bill and have recommended it be passed into law, with a few tweaks made. Here are ten key points you should be aware of.
Most businesses know (or should know!) about the Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) and the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) – essentially they impose loads of obligations on people who are “in trade”. In case your memory is a bit hazy, we’ve summarised 10 key points you need to know about these consumer laws.
The Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (Bill) was passed by Parliament on 15 August 2018 and will come into force in late October 2018. This note summaries the key changes the Bill makes to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (Act).
The Government has release its plans for reform of the employment laws. A summary of the areas where changes will be happening are attached.
On 25 May 2018, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force.
The GDPR will change the EU’s legislative framework around how organisations collect, store and manage personal data and, as a New Zealand organisation, you may be affected by the GDPR. In this article, we discuss whether the new regulation could apply to your organisation, and what you need to do to ensure that you comply with a rapidly evolving global ..
The Commerce Commission has released its 2016/17 Consumer Issues Report. The report identifies key issues and emerging risks that have the potential to affect consumers in New Zealand.
This article discusses whether your franchise system is affected, summar..
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act.
The Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (Bill) received royal assent on 14 August 2017 and has now become law. The Bill brings changes to the “cartel provisions” of the Commerce Act 1986 (Commerce Act) that will affect many businesses.
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act. The CCLA is intended to be clearer and easier to understand – it is not intended to make substantive changes to the law.
Jackson Russell has appointed David Alizade as a partner in its Business Law team. David brings extensive New Zealand and international experience to the team across various sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing and life sciences.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the new disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
Set out below ..
Jackson Russell is pleased to announce the appointment of David Compton as partner to the firm. Dave has 17 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, and has joined the firm as a commercial property specialist.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
It is common practice now for contracts to be negotiated and entered electronically. This trend will only increase with the move towards paperless environments so it is essential that parties understand the legal requirements for creating legally binding contracts electronically and correctly using digital signatures.
The Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) makes it an offence for businesses to engage in conduct that is, or is likely to be, misleading or deceptive. The FTA also includes more specific offences such as engaging in conduct that is liable to mislead the public as to the nature, characteristics, quantity, manufacturing process or suitability for purpose of goods and services. Summarised below are a number of recent FTA convictions for, what in hindsight appear ..
Safeguarding privacy and cyber security are key concerns for businesses and consumers in 2016. This article looks at the latest public research and what this means for you.
Testing arial font
In March 2015 new rules came into force prohibiting the use of “unfair” terms in standard form consumer contracts.
In February 2016 the Commerce Commission released a report on unfair contract terms (UCT) in the telecommunications sector. The full report, available here
Template Article
This is the first few sentences of the article that give an introduction. It should be around three sentences long and provide enough information to make the reader want to click through.
All workplaces in New Zealand need to comply with the new Health and Safety at Work Act. Existing health and safety systems will need updating across low risk and high risk industries, ranging from small businesses to large corporates. Directors and senior managers have non-delegable duties and personal liability.
The new Health and Safety At Work Act has been passed by Parliament and will come into effect on 4 April 2016. What does this mean for your business?
New Zealand’s Health and Safety legislation is undergoing a major overhaul in response to a renewed
focus on the safety in the workplace. The review was spurred, in part, by the Pike River tragedy and the well-publicised record of the Forestry Industry. The changes will align New Zealand’s approach with Australia’s current law and provide some hefty disincentives to taking a lax approach to Health and Safety.
We have briefly summarised the key changes for you below. So..
Recently the Nation watched with interest as Lucan Battison successfully took St John’s College to the High Court after being suspended for refusing to cut his hair. We have summarised the case below, and provided some general comments about how schools can avoid or minimise the risk of having disciplinary decisions based on non-compliance with school rules challenged.
Businesses may be aware that change is in the air as the coalition Government’s Employment Relations Amendment Bill (“ERAB”) makes its way through Parliament. The Education and Workforce Select Committee have recently completed their analysis of the Bill and have recommended it be passed into law, with a few tweaks made. Here are ten key points you should be aware of.
Most businesses know (or should know!) about the Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) and the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) – essentially they impose loads of obligations on people who are “in trade”. In case your memory is a bit hazy, we’ve summarised 10 key points you need to know about these consumer laws.
The Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (Bill) was passed by Parliament on 15 August 2018 and will come into force in late October 2018. This note summaries the key changes the Bill makes to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (Act).
The Government has release its plans for reform of the employment laws. A summary of the areas where changes will be happening are attached.
On 25 May 2018, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force.
The GDPR will change the EU’s legislative framework around how organisations collect, store and manage personal data and, as a New Zealand organisation, you may be affected by the GDPR. In this article, we discuss whether the new regulation could apply to your organisation, and what you need to do to ensure that you comply with a rapidly evolving global ..
The Commerce Commission has released its 2016/17 Consumer Issues Report. The report identifies key issues and emerging risks that have the potential to affect consumers in New Zealand.
This article discusses whether your franchise system is affected, summar..
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act.
The Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (Bill) received royal assent on 14 August 2017 and has now become law. The Bill brings changes to the “cartel provisions” of the Commerce Act 1986 (Commerce Act) that will affect many businesses.
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act. The CCLA is intended to be clearer and easier to understand – it is not intended to make substantive changes to the law.
Jackson Russell has appointed David Alizade as a partner in its Business Law team. David brings extensive New Zealand and international experience to the team across various sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing and life sciences.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the new disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
Set out below ..
Jackson Russell is pleased to announce the appointment of David Compton as partner to the firm. Dave has 17 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, and has joined the firm as a commercial property specialist.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
It is common practice now for contracts to be negotiated and entered electronically. This trend will only increase with the move towards paperless environments so it is essential that parties understand the legal requirements for creating legally binding contracts electronically and correctly using digital signatures.
The Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) makes it an offence for businesses to engage in conduct that is, or is likely to be, misleading or deceptive. The FTA also includes more specific offences such as engaging in conduct that is liable to mislead the public as to the nature, characteristics, quantity, manufacturing process or suitability for purpose of goods and services. Summarised below are a number of recent FTA convictions for, what in hindsight appear ..
Safeguarding privacy and cyber security are key concerns for businesses and consumers in 2016. This article looks at the latest public research and what this means for you.
Testing arial font
In March 2015 new rules came into force prohibiting the use of “unfair” terms in standard form consumer contracts.
In February 2016 the Commerce Commission released a report on unfair contract terms (UCT) in the telecommunications sector. The full report, available here
Template Article
This is the first few sentences of the article that give an introduction. It should be around three sentences long and provide enough information to make the reader want to click through.
All workplaces in New Zealand need to comply with the new Health and Safety at Work Act. Existing health and safety systems will need updating across low risk and high risk industries, ranging from small businesses to large corporates. Directors and senior managers have non-delegable duties and personal liability.
The new Health and Safety At Work Act has been passed by Parliament and will come into effect on 4 April 2016. What does this mean for your business?
New Zealand’s Health and Safety legislation is undergoing a major overhaul in response to a renewed
focus on the safety in the workplace. The review was spurred, in part, by the Pike River tragedy and the well-publicised record of the Forestry Industry. The changes will align New Zealand’s approach with Australia’s current law and provide some hefty disincentives to taking a lax approach to Health and Safety.
We have briefly summarised the key changes for you below. So..
Recently the Nation watched with interest as Lucan Battison successfully took St John’s College to the High Court after being suspended for refusing to cut his hair. We have summarised the case below, and provided some general comments about how schools can avoid or minimise the risk of having disciplinary decisions based on non-compliance with school rules challenged.
Businesses may be aware that change is in the air as the coalition Government’s Employment Relations Amendment Bill (“ERAB”) makes its way through Parliament. The Education and Workforce Select Committee have recently completed their analysis of the Bill and have recommended it be passed into law, with a few tweaks made. Here are ten key points you should be aware of.
Most businesses know (or should know!) about the Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) and the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) – essentially they impose loads of obligations on people who are “in trade”. In case your memory is a bit hazy, we’ve summarised 10 key points you need to know about these consumer laws.
The Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (Bill) was passed by Parliament on 15 August 2018 and will come into force in late October 2018. This note summaries the key changes the Bill makes to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (Act).
The Government has release its plans for reform of the employment laws. A summary of the areas where changes will be happening are attached.
On 25 May 2018, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force.
The GDPR will change the EU’s legislative framework around how organisations collect, store and manage personal data and, as a New Zealand organisation, you may be affected by the GDPR. In this article, we discuss whether the new regulation could apply to your organisation, and what you need to do to ensure that you comply with a rapidly evolving global ..
The Commerce Commission has released its 2016/17 Consumer Issues Report. The report identifies key issues and emerging risks that have the potential to affect consumers in New Zealand.
This article discusses whether your franchise system is affected, summar..
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act.
The Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (Bill) received royal assent on 14 August 2017 and has now become law. The Bill brings changes to the “cartel provisions” of the Commerce Act 1986 (Commerce Act) that will affect many businesses.
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act. The CCLA is intended to be clearer and easier to understand – it is not intended to make substantive changes to the law.
Jackson Russell has appointed David Alizade as a partner in its Business Law team. David brings extensive New Zealand and international experience to the team across various sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing and life sciences.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the new disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
Set out below ..
Jackson Russell is pleased to announce the appointment of David Compton as partner to the firm. Dave has 17 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, and has joined the firm as a commercial property specialist.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
It is common practice now for contracts to be negotiated and entered electronically. This trend will only increase with the move towards paperless environments so it is essential that parties understand the legal requirements for creating legally binding contracts electronically and correctly using digital signatures.
The Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) makes it an offence for businesses to engage in conduct that is, or is likely to be, misleading or deceptive. The FTA also includes more specific offences such as engaging in conduct that is liable to mislead the public as to the nature, characteristics, quantity, manufacturing process or suitability for purpose of goods and services. Summarised below are a number of recent FTA convictions for, what in hindsight appear ..
Safeguarding privacy and cyber security are key concerns for businesses and consumers in 2016. This article looks at the latest public research and what this means for you.
Testing arial font
In March 2015 new rules came into force prohibiting the use of “unfair” terms in standard form consumer contracts.
In February 2016 the Commerce Commission released a report on unfair contract terms (UCT) in the telecommunications sector. The full report, available here
Template Article
This is the first few sentences of the article that give an introduction. It should be around three sentences long and provide enough information to make the reader want to click through.
All workplaces in New Zealand need to comply with the new Health and Safety at Work Act. Existing health and safety systems will need updating across low risk and high risk industries, ranging from small businesses to large corporates. Directors and senior managers have non-delegable duties and personal liability.
The new Health and Safety At Work Act has been passed by Parliament and will come into effect on 4 April 2016. What does this mean for your business?
New Zealand’s Health and Safety legislation is undergoing a major overhaul in response to a renewed
focus on the safety in the workplace. The review was spurred, in part, by the Pike River tragedy and the well-publicised record of the Forestry Industry. The changes will align New Zealand’s approach with Australia’s current law and provide some hefty disincentives to taking a lax approach to Health and Safety.
We have briefly summarised the key changes for you below. So..
Recently the Nation watched with interest as Lucan Battison successfully took St John’s College to the High Court after being suspended for refusing to cut his hair. We have summarised the case below, and provided some general comments about how schools can avoid or minimise the risk of having disciplinary decisions based on non-compliance with school rules challenged.
Businesses may be aware that change is in the air as the coalition Government’s Employment Relations Amendment Bill (“ERAB”) makes its way through Parliament. The Education and Workforce Select Committee have recently completed their analysis of the Bill and have recommended it be passed into law, with a few tweaks made. Here are ten key points you should be aware of.
Most businesses know (or should know!) about the Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) and the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) – essentially they impose loads of obligations on people who are “in trade”. In case your memory is a bit hazy, we’ve summarised 10 key points you need to know about these consumer laws.
The Overseas Investment Amendment Bill (Bill) was passed by Parliament on 15 August 2018 and will come into force in late October 2018. This note summaries the key changes the Bill makes to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (Act).
The Government has release its plans for reform of the employment laws. A summary of the areas where changes will be happening are attached.
On 25 May 2018, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force.
The GDPR will change the EU’s legislative framework around how organisations collect, store and manage personal data and, as a New Zealand organisation, you may be affected by the GDPR. In this article, we discuss whether the new regulation could apply to your organisation, and what you need to do to ensure that you comply with a rapidly evolving global ..
The Commerce Commission has released its 2016/17 Consumer Issues Report. The report identifies key issues and emerging risks that have the potential to affect consumers in New Zealand.
This article discusses whether your franchise system is affected, summar..
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act.
The Commerce (Cartels and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (Bill) received royal assent on 14 August 2017 and has now become law. The Bill brings changes to the “cartel provisions” of the Commerce Act 1986 (Commerce Act) that will affect many businesses.
The Contract and Commercial Law Act 2017 (CCLA) will come into force on 1 September 2017. The CCLA repeals a number or Acts relating to contract and commercial laws and replaces them in one consolidated Act. The CCLA is intended to be clearer and easier to understand – it is not intended to make substantive changes to the law.
Jackson Russell has appointed David Alizade as a partner in its Business Law team. David brings extensive New Zealand and international experience to the team across various sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing and life sciences.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the new disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
The Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA) overhauled the rules relating to securities and financial markets and introduced a new regime for offers of financial products. Understanding the disclosure requirements is important for businesses offering investments and raising capital.
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Jackson Russell is pleased to announce the appointment of David Compton as partner to the firm. Dave has 17 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer, and has joined the firm as a commercial property specialist.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
The Taxation (Business Tax, Exchange of Information, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been enacted by Parliament and amends the Income Tax Act 2007 and the Tax Administration Act 1994. The changes to these Acts create new registration and disclosure requirements for the New Zealand resident trustees of foreign trusts.
It is common practice now for contracts to be negotiated and entered electronically. This trend will only increase with the move towards paperless environments so it is essential that parties understand the legal requirements for creating legally binding contracts electronically and correctly using digital signatures.
The Fair Trading Act 1986 (FTA) makes it an offence for businesses to engage in conduct that is, or is likely to be, misleading or deceptive. The FTA also includes more specific offences such as engaging in conduct that is liable to mislead the public as to the nature, characteristics, quantity, manufacturing process or suitability for purpose of goods and services. Summarised below are a number of recent FTA convictions for, what in hindsight appear ..
Safeguarding privacy and cyber security are key concerns for businesses and consumers in 2016. This article looks at the latest public research and what this means for you.
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In March 2015 new rules came into force prohibiting the use of “unfair” terms in standard form consumer contracts.
In February 2016 the Commerce Commission released a report on unfair contract terms (UCT) in the telecommunications sector. The full report, available here
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All workplaces in New Zealand need to comply with the new Health and Safety at Work Act. Existing health and safety systems will need updating across low risk and high risk industries, ranging from small businesses to large corporates. Directors and senior managers have non-delegable duties and personal liability.
The new Health and Safety At Work Act has been passed by Parliament and will come into effect on 4 April 2016. What does this mean for your business?
New Zealand’s Health and Safety legislation is undergoing a major overhaul in response to a renewed
focus on the safety in the workplace. The review was spurred, in part, by the Pike River tragedy and the well-publicised record of the Forestry Industry. The changes will align New Zealand’s approach with Australia’s current law and provide some hefty disincentives to taking a lax approach to Health and Safety.
We have briefly summarised the key changes for you below. So..
Recently the Nation watched with interest as Lucan Battison successfully took St John’s College to the High Court after being suspended for refusing to cut his hair. We have summarised the case below, and provided some general comments about how schools can avoid or minimise the risk of having disciplinary decisions based on non-compliance with school rules challenged.