How to protect personal assets when starting a business
It’s the dream of many young landscapers to one day start their own business. In this article, Sprintlaw reveals how to manage some of...
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Sep 23 min read
Tips for getting paid on time - part 2
Late or bad payers can have a serious impact on a business’ cashflow, affecting its ability to cover staff wages or pay for materials in...
Jul 15 min read
Tips for getting paid on time
Late or bad payers can have a serious impact on a business' cashflow, effecting its ability to pay for materials and staff wages. In the...
Jul 13 min read
To renew or not to renew
Businesses that became accredited employers in 2022 will soon need to decide if they want to maintain their accreditation status....
Nov 1, 20233 min read
Work visa rules changing – again!
In November 2023, the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) is set to change to allow a five-year maximum stay. This means holders of AEWV...
Sep 4, 20234 min read
Take note of notable trees!
In New Zealand, certain trees are designated as Notable Trees. These can hold a special place in the hearts of communities and are...
Jun 30, 20235 min read
Why you need a will
Nobody wants to think about dying, but how do you know your business and assets will be in safe hands should you no longer be around to...
May 1, 20234 min read
Get up to speed with the new work visa
The reopening of the border in July 2022 was met with some significant changes to New Zealand’s immigration settings. In this article,...
Mar 1, 20234 min read
Client issues? Know your options
While most projects will run smoothly, what can you do when things get bumpy? Duncan Cotterill Senior Associate Alysha Hinton discusses...
Dec 22, 20225 min read
Incentivising staff with shares
Is an employee share scheme a viable option for you and your team? Martelli McKegg partner Andrew Skinner discusses what business owners...
Nov 1, 20224 min read
Contractor or employee?
Are your staff contractors or employees? What’s the difference and why is it important? Martelli McKegg lawyers Mathew Martin and Saleha...
Sep 1, 20224 min read
Parental Leave – Return to Work
Your employee has been away on parental leave and is now due to return to work. What next? Claire Mansell, Senior Associate at Martelli...
Jul 1, 20225 min read
Parental leave explained
Navigating your obligations as an employer around parental leave can be tricky. To help ensure you are fulfilling them, Martelli McKegg...
May 1, 20224 min read
How to manage missing deadlines
Job completion deadlines are being blown out by material shortages, so what should you do if you can’t finish on time? Martelli McKegg...
Mar 1, 20224 min read
Vaccine mandates – what employers need to know
Martelli McKegg senior solicitor Aimee Elia provides guidance for employers considering implementing a mandatory vaccine policy As New...
Jan 1, 20225 min read
Could your business cope without you?
Martelli McKegg Senior Associate Emma Foster addresses the importance of succession planning for business owners Succession and personal...
Nov 1, 20215 min read
Navigating financial difficulty
Lawyer Geoff Hardy provides some sage advice on what the law expects of company directors when it all gets too hard If you’re doing...
Jul 1, 20215 min read
When supply issues meet deadlines
We are all aware of the recent shortage of building supplies (especially timber) due to the COVID pandemic. Whilst this may not come as a...
May 1, 20215 min read
Health and safety: legal responsibilities
Lawyer Ron Qin provides a breakdown of the main health and safety obligations and how they apply to everyday scenarios landscapers face...
Mar 1, 20215 min read
A landscaper’s terms of trade
Lawyer Ron Qin explains what terms of trade are, and why you should have them For this article, we will be going back to basics a little...
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