Disaster claims: Is this all my entitlement under the EQC Act?
As insurance lawyers for disaster claims, this is the most frequent question we hear from our clients. A lot of the insurance claims from Cyclone
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Can I refuse to speak to an insurance or private investigator?
Know your rights when speaking to a private investigator.
Limitation period approaches for Kaikōura earthquake claims
3 key takeaways There are just over 3 months until the expiration of the 6-year limitation period for Kaikōura earthquake claims. If your insurer has
Vaccine mandate ruled unlawful
Government’s breach of fundamental rights not justified in a free and democratic society – Court rules
The Employment Court orders Auckland International Airport to temporarily reinstate unvaccinated employee
One of the first court cases to consider mandatory vaccination in the workplace
Organisations that have a Facebook page might be liable for comments made by readers on their page
Newspaper liable for readers’ comments on their Facebook page
Property developer breached director’s duties and the Fair Trading Act
Unsecured creditor successfully sued company director of a failed property development project for breaches of directors’ duties and of the Fair Trading Act.
Leaky homes: 144 homeowners vs James Hardie. James Hardie wins
Cladding manufacturer James Hardie wins legal battle by arguing that the claimants’ homes were leaky because they have been poorly built.
“No win no pay” agreement costs a lot
“No win no pay” means you have to pay if there is a win. And sometimes you pay a lot.
Who pays when a tree damages powerlines?
A party responsible for creating a state of affairs that unreasonably interferes with a neighbouring property is strictly liable for the consequences.