Law stories
Failing to capture true and accurate records can lead to companies being in breach of the law, as well as the risk of breaching contracts with clients.
The Commerce Commission has warned Becextech for misleading New Zealand consumers, selling refurbished phones as new, and making false discount claims.
StructureFlow debuts, promising to revolutionise legal & financial visual data analysis with speed & collaboration.
The new version of Westlaw aims to assist legal practitioners in boutique firms by speeding up the often time-consuming research process.
UK's Computer Misuse Act 1990 needs urgent reform to enable cybersecurity professionals to combat cybercrime effectively, says report.
New cases in South Auckland have triggered renewed calls for masks, tracing and social distancing as Auckland moves back to Alert Level 3.
A badly installed roof hatch left a worker paralysed in a four metre fall, prompting over GBP £400,000 in reparations and losses.
WorkSafe says the penalty follows a preventable eye injury that left a worker needing emergency cardiac surgery after animal-borne infection.
K2's automation platform and UiPath's RPA have enabled Shine Lawyers to streamline client onboarding, cutting costs and driving AU$290,000 in early savings.
Businesses must review hygiene, distancing and contact-tracing controls as thousands return to work under Alert Level 2.
WorkSafe New Zealand says Level 3 firms must set out how they will protect staff and visitors, or face enforcement action.
Workers returning to sites after lockdown face added risks from inactivity, mental strain and social distancing, says NZISM President Greg Dearsly.
Businesses reopening at alert level three must assess COVID-19 risks, consult staff and document safety plans before resuming operations.
Risk-averse directors could face personal liability as Worksafe New Zealand weighs tougher action after a worker was left quadriplegic.
A NSW court has ordered Allianz to pay damages after a manager’s bullying and physical abuse left an employee with severe psychiatric injury.
Occupiers of busy premises may need tighter inspections after a NSW court ordered Star Pty Ltd to pay A$150,000 over a slip injury.
Employers face penalties if they miss the Holidays Act notice rules before sending staff on festive closedown or leave.
Poor training and weak workplace procedures can leave employees exposed to avoidable injuries, from unsafe machinery to missed breaks and hazards.
Poor housing outcomes and pressure on infrastructure could deepen unless councils, central government and industry align on urban growth planning.
Regular safety audits are helping construction firms lift compliance, with Site Safe warning many still lag on new hazard rules and reporting.
