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Breaching Copyright through File Sharing

posted: 12th October 2011


Breaching Copyright through File Sharing

The Copyright (Infringing File Sharing) Amendment Act came into force on 1 September 2011. The revised legislation gives copyright owners a "special regime for taking enforcement action against people who infringe copyright through file sharing". read more »

Is your Family Trust really safe?

posted: 15th September 2011


Is your Family Trust really safe?

Your Family Trust may be vulnerable to the tax man What's the real purpose of your company or family trust? If it is primarily for minimising tax, the IRD may still come after you. read more »

To gift or not to gift

posted: 25th August 2011


To gift or not to gift

On 1 October 2011 gift duty will be abolished If you have a trust or are thinking of setting one up, you will be particularly interested in this law change. read more »

What a Difference a Day Makes

posted: 7th June 2011


What a Difference a Day Makes

As a landlord, you must follow notice requirements carefully when attempting to cancel a lease.... read more »

Mediation - the future of litigation?

posted: 24th May 2011


Mediation - the future of litigation?

The last few years have seen an enormous increase in the number of civil disputes settled by mediation. Parties see the process as quick, efficient and relatively cost-friendly. read more »

Why everyone needs someone to speak for them

posted: 4th May 2011


Why everyone needs someone to speak for them

You never know what's around the corner - but you can plan for it.  By establishing an Enduring Power of Attorney, you can ensure that if something happens that prevents you from looking after your affairs, there is someone with the legal authority to do so. read more »