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Publications

New workplace bullying guidelines

By Renika Siciliano - February 2014

New guidelines on workplace bullying have been released by WorkSafe New Zealand. The guidelines, "Preventing and responding to workplace bullying", issued on 20 February 2014, outline best practice for employers and employees in dealing with workplace bullying. Renika provides a brief update on managing workplace bullying in light of the new guidelines.

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Tips for the silly season

December 2013

This article outlines some tips for surviving the festive season for both employers and employees.

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Phoenix law and the Companies Act

By Jerome Burgess - August 2013

Jerome Burgess, a Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution Team, outlines the implications of the "phoenix law" provisions of the Companies Act on creditors and directors and discusses a recent case which looks at the value of goodwill that attaches to a previous company name.

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Franchise disputes: What does that dispute resolution clause mean?

By Daniel Shore - August 2013

Chances are your Franchise Agreement has a dispute resolution clause. What does it mean and what do you need to look out for?

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Employment Relations Amendment Bill: Potential changes to consider

June 2013

The Employment Relations Amendment Bill was introduced into Parliament on 26 April 2013 and passed its first reading on 5 June 2013. The Bill introduces many changes to the Employment Relations Act 2000.

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