Knowledge
The art of copyright treatment in relationship breakups
Friday 14 March, 2025
The Supreme Court’s decision in Alalääkkölä v Palmer confirms that copyrights are property for the purposes of the Property (Relationships) Act 1976 (PRA) and they may also be relationship property. This decision examines the unique nature of copyright and highlights the importance of having a ‘contracting out’ agreement when it comes to preserving your rights in intellectual property in the event of a relationship breakdown.
Court of Appeal Clarifies Gambling Licence Transfers
Monday 10 March, 2025
The Court of Appeal has ruled that businesses relocating cannot transfer their Class 4 venue licences under the Gambling Act 2003 without territorial authority consent. The case, GMA v FFNP, overturns the previous Waikiwi precedent, which allowed licence transfers in certain circumstances.
Cyber security - one step ahead
Monday 9 December, 2024
In today’s digital landscape, cyber security is a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. However, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in New Zealand are particularly vulnerable to cyber threats. Despite their smaller size, SMEs often handle sensitive data and maintain connections with larger organisations, making them attractive targets for cyber criminals.
A Fair Deal for Funny: NZ's Copyright Bill puts parody and satire in the spotlight
Wednesday 27 November, 2024
New Zealand comedians and satirists may soon find themselves with a little more freedom to poke fun at and critique the world around them, thanks to the drawing of the Copyright (Parody and Satire) Amendment Bill (the Bill).
Immovables Rule Unmoved in Common Law
Friday 22 November, 2024
The common law operates to prevent bankruptcy orders in foreign jurisdictions affecting land in New Zealand. The United Kingdom Supreme Court has confirmed the common law “immovables rule” by dismissing the appeal in Kireeva v Bedzhamov. The common law will not give effect to judicial decisions of foreign countries insofar as they affect rights in immovable property in the home country.