Articles

Cavell Leitch Law has entered into a partnership with Christchurch Boys' High School to bring the curriculum to life for students by bringing real world challenges into the classroom.

by Scott Fairclough

The Gary and Simon Case Study

Simon is employed as a mechanic and has been working for the same employer for around six years. One day Simon arrives at work 10 minutes late and finds his employer, Gary, looking very unhappy. Garys says to Simon that is is sick and tired of Simon being late and then shouts at Simon, "Thats it - go home".

Simon works the standard 37.5 hour week from Monday to Friday and is paid $14.50 per hour. He received a tool allowance for hours worked and minimum statutory leave entitlements as set out in the Holidays Act 2003. The employment agreement between Simon and his employer is not recorded in writing. As far as Simon can recall, Gary has never commented on the time that Simon arrives at work.

by Richard Parkes

You have had enough of working as an employee, and wish to take advantage of the benefits of owning your own business. You are about to make an offer to the vendor of a business and to instruct your lawyer to deal with the matter on your behalf. What happens next? Some of the issues that need to be considered are discussed below:

by Richard Parkes

When purchasing a property, it pays to investigate the history of the buildings on the land. If there are no records of building consents having been issued by the Council, then the buildings may have been constructed without Council approval and may not comply with the building code. At worst, they may be dangerous for use and occupation and could possibly cause you a problem with your insurance company in the event of a claim.