By Josie Webb - 31 Aug 2010
A new bill has been introduced to Parliament this month to help prevent identity fraud. The bill will allow private agencies, such as banks and finance companies, access to the government’s database.
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By Andrew Nicoll - 11 Aug 2010
Martelli McKegg has today been named on the shortlist for the Best Plain English Private Sector Website in the 2010 Writemark New Zealand Plain English Awards. The winner will be announced on Friday 3 September at a function at Parliament in Wellington.
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By Kay Keam - 10 Aug 2010
The latest edition of the real estate standard REINZ / ADLSi agreement for sale and purchase is to be released on Monday, 16 August 2010. The agreement has been updated to incorporate legislative changes and the direction by the Supreme Court in the Regalwood case to incorporate a disputes resolution process.
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By Kay Keam - 18 Jun 2010
Just got married? Congratulations –but your will may now be void!
It is simple to fix this, but if you don’t, this will lead to unnecessary delay and expense at a time which will already be stressful for your family and new spouse.
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By Kay Keam - 18 Jun 2010
Stop – think – limit that guarantee.
It is common to give a guarantee of your obligations under a lease. But before giving a guarantee, consider the alternatives.
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By Kay Keam - 18 Jun 2010
Questions for owners and Body Corporate secretaries
The New Unit Titles Act has been passed but what does this mean for you? You need to review current practice and how the new Act will impact on you.
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By Andrew Nicoll - 18 Jun 2010
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has this week launched a review of all consumer law. This will involve a review of the Consumer Guarantees Act, the Sale of Goods Act, the Door to Door Sales Act and another 7 or 8 similar statutes. The way in which all consumer legislation interacts and works together is a key driver to this review.
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