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Commission and Bonus Terms for New Zealand Asset Management Software Businesses
Commission and bonus clauses can cause major disputes for New Zealand asset management software businesses if they do...

Passing Off Law in New Zealand
Passing off law in New Zealand can affect businesses even without a registered trade mark. Learn how passing...

What “Notwithstanding” Clauses Really Do In NZ Contracts
If you’ve ever read a contract and felt your eyes stop at the phrase “notwithstanding anything else in...

Weekend Shifts: Saturday & Sunday Working Rules In NZ
Note: This article is general information for New Zealand employers and isn’t legal advice. If you need advice...

Weekend Pay Rules for NZ Employers
If you run a café, retail store, trade business, healthcare service, or any operation that needs weekend cover,...

Website Copyright In New Zealand: How To Use Online Content Legally
If you run a small business, your website is probably one of your most valuable assets. It builds...

Website And Business Disclaimer Examples In New Zealand
If you run a small business, you’ve probably seen disclaimer text on websites, quotes, emails and social media...

Warranties in NZ Business Contracts: What They Mean and How They Work
If you run a small business, you’ve probably seen the word “warranty” everywhere - in supplier contracts, customer...

Why NDAs Fail and How to Fix Them
A signed NDA can give New Zealand businesses a false sense of security. Here is why many NDAs...

Vulnerable Employees In New Zealand: Legal Duties For Employers
Hiring and managing people is one of the biggest growth steps for any small business. It’s also where...

Voluntary Redundancy In New Zealand: Employer Guide
When business conditions change, reducing headcount can feel like one of the hardest calls you’ll ever make as...

Leasing Equipment in New Zealand: Legal Essentials
Leasing equipment can help New Zealand businesses preserve cash flow, but the legal terms often decide whether the...

What Age Can Children Consent To Data Collection In NZ?
If your business collects customer information online (or even in person), you’ve probably wondered where children fit into...

What “Private And Confidential” Means In NZ Business Letters
If you run a business in New Zealand, you’ve probably seen (or used) the phrase “Private and Confidential”...

Launching a Startup in New Zealand's Renewable Energy Sector
Launching a renewable energy startup in New Zealand can raise questions about registrations, contracts, consumer law, privacy, IP...

Who Owns Designs and Content Created for an Online Marketplace in New Zealand?
For New Zealand online marketplaces, ownership of logos, website copy, code, seller listings and marketing assets is not...

Collecting Customer Data: Privacy Rules for New Zealand Cosmetics Brands
New Zealand cosmetics brands often collect more customer data than they realise, from skin quiz answers to photos...

Website Terms Software Resellers Should Have Before Selling Online in New Zealand
Selling software online as a reseller raises different issues from ordinary eCommerce. Here is what New Zealand businesses...

IP Assignment Clauses for New Zealand Advertising Agencies
An IP assignment clause in an advertising agency contract decides who owns campaign assets, what the agency keeps,...

Commercial Lease Issues for New Zealand Jewellery Brands
Jewellery brands in New Zealand face unique commercial lease and licence issues, from security and fit-out approvals to...

How to Start a Digital Marketing Company: Legal Checklist for New Zealand
Launching a digital marketing company in New Zealand is quick, but legal mistakes around contracts, privacy, brand protection...

Terms and Conditions for Graphic Artists in New Zealand
Clear terms and conditions help New Zealand graphic artists manage scope, revisions, payment, copyright and client expectations before...

Using a Residential Address for Company Registration in New Zealand
If you’re setting up a company, one of the first practical questions you’ll hit is deceptively simple: what...

Updating New Zealand Companies Register Details: Directors & Share Issues
If you run a company in New Zealand, there’s a good chance you’ve had at least one “admin”...
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