A Court of Appeal decision is bound to have a big impact on future commercial dealings and relationships with creditors, so you need to be aware of the change in judicial thinking. The recent decision of Farrell v Fences & Kerbs Limited [2013] NZCA 91, has seen the Court of […] Read More›
Purchasing a property is likely to be one of the biggest decisions you will make both in terms of value and size. This can be both exciting and daunting especially for first home buyers. Before purchasing a second hand car most people will get this checked by a mechanic, make […] Read More›
Defamation is a word people often use as a vague threat of action against others. However defaming someone without a legal defence is a serious issue, which can result in proceedings against you for damages. The increasing use of web based sites such as Facebook and Twitter can also increase […] Read More›
Insurance companies have developed strict requirements before they will provide cover over older houses particularly in relation to the quality of the electrical wiring. What is considered an older house? There is variation amongst the insurance companies as to what is an older house. There are no hard and fast […] Read More›