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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...
Nov 1, 20245 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...
Sep 2, 20243 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 1, 20245 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....
Jul 1, 20243 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...
Nov 1, 20233 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...
Sep 4, 20234 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...
Jun 30, 20235 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,...
May 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...
Mar 1, 20234 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...
Dec 22, 20225 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...
Nov 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...
Sep 1, 20224 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...
Jul 1, 20225 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...
May 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...
Feb 28, 20224 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...
Dec 31, 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...
Oct 31, 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...
Jul 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...
May 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...
Feb 28, 20215 min read
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