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Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Restraint of trade
The Court of Appeal recently released a judgment concerning the scope of a restraint of trade clause, following the sale of a business.

Vehicle disputes
Have you recently purchased a vehicle that has turned out to be a lemon? You may have more protection than you think.

When things go wrong: our criminal practice
Being arrested or summonsed to Court can be a life-changing process. Having to navigate an unfamiliar process and make decisions, often under time pressure and sometimes with public scrutiny, is hugely stressful.

Mandatory Farm Debt Mediations – What you need to know
A new law has come in affecting how creditors can take enforcement steps against borrowers and guarantors of farm debts.

Update on trust law – can a trustee consider settlor wishes or other trust benefits?
A recent court decision gives trustees guidance on two factors that can be considered by trustees when making distributions to beneficiaries.

Commercial leasing during COVID-19 – new law inserting fair rental provisions
On 2 November 2021, Parliament passed the COVID-19 Response (Management Measures) Legislation Act 2021. The legislation inserts provisions regarding an implied term for commercial leases in the Property Law Act 2007.

Consumer Issues during Covid-19
We have been acting for both businesses and consumers dealing with consumer issues arising from COVID-19.

Covid-19 Vaccination Records and the Privacy Act 2020
The New Zealand Ministry of Health has created a “COVID Immunisation Register”.

Attention all riders and equine lovers!
Holland Beckett Law is proud to present the seminar "Getting Ready for the Season" in conjunction with professional rider, Lucy Olphert.

Risks of Small Companies Operating a Current Account
Many small companies – especially family-owned or “owner/operator” businesses – have the same directors and shareholders. In these companies, it is common practice for shareholders to have a “shareholder current account”, also referred to as “drawings”.