Auckland Property, business and contract lawyers - UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS OF PROVIDING A GUARANTEE
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The risks of providing a guarantee

Providing a guarantee for someone else’s financial commitments can expose you to serious legal and financial risks. Before agreeing, ensure you understand the potential consequences - especially if you won’t directly benefit or lack full visibility and control over the obligation.
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Auckland Property, business and contract lawyers - What's hiding in the Terms of Trade? A Customer Perspective on GSAs
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What's hiding in the Terms of Trade? A Customer Perspective on GSAs

When entering relationships with new suppliers, it’s essential to carefully review the terms of trade, especially if they include a General Security Agreement (GSA). While a GSA can offer credit benefits, it also carries significant risks, potentially leading to receivership if payment issues arise. Understanding these terms is crucial to protecting your business.
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In the intricate landscape of estate planning and the execution of wills, the selection of legally appointed executors and trustees is critical.
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Will woes and family drama: will drafting, executor responsibilities, and balancing family relationships

In the intricate landscape of estate planning and the execution of wills, the selection of legally appointed executors and trustees is critical. We explore an example case, which is a real eye-opener on the wild ride of wills, family dynamics, and the not-so-simple task of divvying up the goods.
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This article discusses the importance of property owners in New Zealand reviewing their insurance coverage, especially given widespread flood damage.
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Is your property adequately insured?

This article discusses the importance of property owners in New Zealand reviewing their insurance coverage, especially in the aftermath of widespread damage caused by weather events in 2023. The focus of this article is on the often-overlooked aspects of insurance related to land and potential complications arising from natural hazards.
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Succession, once a straightforward process, is now akin to navigating a minefield. The need for careful consideration and expert advice has never been greater.
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Family Business & Succession Wars!

Succession, once a straightforward process, is now akin to navigating a minefield. With children seeking to cash in on their beneficial interests or shareholdings to fuel their own ventures, the need for careful consideration and expert advice has never been greater.
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The significance of insurance in the context of purchasing a home cannot be overstated. Our property lawyers are well-equipped to assist you.
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Insurance when buying a home

The significance of insurance in the context of purchasing a home cannot be overstated. It is not only a critical component but also a mandatory one when seeking financial assistance from lenders for a home purchase. Lenders need proof of adequate and appropriate insurance coverage before approving a loan drawdown.
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After some big construction company failures, new rules for retention money for subcontractors. Directors may get penalties so check if you are compliant.
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The Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Bill - Open for Public Submission

The Government is once again looking to impose further statutory controls over how contractors are to handle and protect retention moneys owed to its sub-contractors - this time with civil monetary penalties facing the construction companies and their directors for non-compliance.
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Auckland , North Shore Construction Disputes Lawyer. How does the Construction Contracts Amendment Act affect your business? Call 377 9966 for a chat.
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The Construction Contracts Amendment Act 2015

The Construction Contracts Amendment Act 2015 is implementing a number of updates to the Construction Contracts Act 2002 ("the CCA"). The amendments are coming into force progressively between 1 December 2015 and 31 March 2017.
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Cashflow for building projects is a problem in Covid. Find out your options for being paid quickly to receive your cash. Auckland construction disputes lawyer
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Recovering Money During Lockdown in the Construction Industry

Many in the construction industry will be feeling frustrated at the latest lockdown slowing down projects and progress. Fortunately, not everything has to be put on pause. The Construction Contracts Act 2002 ("CCA") provides ways to recover money during lockdown.
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