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The Days of Care programme is a unique opportunity to support the amazing work of Te Omanga Hospice.

It is common to see a restraint of trade clause in an employment agreement or an agreement for the sale and purchase of a business. But what about independent contractor agreements?
Can an independent contractor be subject to a restraint of trade?

Multi-generational households in NZ increased by 49% from 1996 to 2013.
For parents and adult children who own a house together, a Property Sharing Agreement should be put in place. This will ensure that everyone knows where they stand, and avoid misunderstandings that could lead to conflict down the track.

Gibson Sheat is delighted to announce the appointment of Cameron Madgwick as its first Chief Executive Officer. Cameron starts with the firm on 29 October 2019

National Research Bureau recently recorded that 130,000 businesses will be for sale in the next 10 years. This means business owners need to give the matter of sale or succession due consideration. Some business owners will have a succession plan - other won't...

Building a house can be a stressful, expensive and intimidating prospect for both new and experienced customers.  As such, ensuring you are aware of...

Following the Christchurch Terror Attack of 15 March 2019, changes to the gun laws in New Zealand have been made...

A sole trader is a common ownership structure that can be used to operate a small business.  The difference between a sole trader and a limited liability company is that the latter acts as a entirely separate entity...

Insurance is absolutely crucial, and when borrowing from lenders to complete a house purchase, it is compulsory.

Signing documents that bind a company to obligations and potential liability is a key aspect of being a director of a company...

New Zealand does not have a legislated farm debt mediation programme (FDM). However, there is a Farm Debt Mediation Bill in front of parliament. This article will outline why we need FDM and how the American, Australian, and Canadian experiences can inform our Bill.

Back in 2015 I wrote about the challenges of farm succession - it seems nothing is changing, apart from farmers aging...

In this age of smartphones, practically everyone has a recording device in their pocket. As an employer, have you ever wondered where you stand with regard to a recording made by an employee without your knowledge?

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Who are vulnerable employees? And what extra protection do they have under the Employment Relations Act 2000?

Former Gibson Sheat partner Bill was received a Wellington Icon Award at the 2019 Wellington Gold Awards on 25 July.