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Government signals further tightening of consumer credit laws
The Government has recently signalled further tightening of our consumer credit laws and is currently seeking public feedback on the adequacy of the protections afforded to consumers of credit...
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Competition and Consumer Law / Intellectual Property specialist Anna Ryan promoted to Lane Neave partnership
Lane Neave is pleased to announce the promotion of Anna Ryan to the firm’s...
Lane Neave advises Bathurst on C$121.5m joint venture deal with Jameson Resources
A team of corporate lawyers from Lane Neave has advised New Zealand’s largest specialist...
Franchise agreements – take it or leave it?
Franchises are a popular way of doing business in New Zealand – we are...
Friendly Societies and Credit Unions (Regulatory Improvements) Amendment Bill
When the Friendly Societies and Credit Unions legislation was first enacted, the world of...
I’m going into business with my brother/sister/friend/partner. What do I need to know?
You and your potential business partner have come up with a fantastic and unique...
Terms and conditions – I’m sure no one reads them, so why would I need them?
Whether you’re setting up a business, undergoing a restructure or simply reviewing your business...
Legal personhood for nature has legal ramifications
Background Ecuador and Bolivia were among the first to set the platform for the...
Privacy Bill 2018 – key changes
In this article we discuss the new Privacy Bill that was introduced to Parliament...
Fair Trading (Oppressive Contracts) Amendment Bill
A private members’ Bill proposing to redress the power imbalance inherent in ‘standard form’...
Criminalisation of cartel conduct back on the cards
Imprisonment for deliberate contraventions of the Commerce Act 1986 is back on the political...
Prohibition on ‘cartel conduct’ comes into full force on 15 May 2018
In August 2017, significant amendments to the Commerce Act 1989 were passed into law...
Robo advice for financial matters – proposed law change brings this closer to reality
In October 2017, the Financial Markets Authority (FMA), which plays a critical role in...
Why you should make brand protection a priority in 2018 – case study
If you are starting a new business venture, launching a new product or service,...
Preparing for the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation
Introduction On 25 May 2018 the EU’s existing data protection (ie privacy) legislation will...
You’ve received an offer to buy your business – don’t forget to manage your risk!
Whether you have been looking to sell your business for awhile and a great...
Lane Neave announces new partner, Evelyn Jones
Lane Neave has enhanced its corporate practice, and bolstered its partnership, with the appointment...
Lane Neave advises BT Mining on Solid Energy acquisition
Lane Neave has advised BT Mining, a joint venture between Bathurst Resources Limited and...
Business Law Newsletter: Marketing and Sales Law feature
In the latest Lane Neave Business Law Newsletter: Trader jailed for failing to supply...
Business Law Newsletter: February
In the latest Lane Neave Business Law Newsletter: Procurement update On 16 December 2016,...