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1. WD v NU & OT [2024] NZDT 38 (25 January 2024) [pdf, 129 KB]

   ...damage done by her cat? If so, Did WD’s cat damage NU’s couch? If so, can it be repaired? If not, what is the value of the loss? Was action taken to mitigate losses? 7. When living in a property belonging to another, the person must take care to ensure the property is not damaged. WD therefore had a responsibility to ensure her cat did not damage the house or furniture. 8. In the event of damage, WD could be liable to compensate the person suffering a loss. NU claimed she...

2. CJARS Guide to Filing a Claim [pdf, 224 KB]

   ...victimised and suffered loss as a direct result of being called to give evidence in a criminal case that is punishable by imprisonment. A person in a close relationship to a witness, who is victimised and suffers material loss as a result of assisting or caring for the witness, may also seek compensation. The scheme offers a last resort for victims where no other source of assistance, relief or support exists. The scheme was established by Ministerial directive and administered by the...

3. [2020] NZREADT 40 - Rozana Cachay Limited v Real Estate Agents Authority (7 September 2020) [pdf, 162 KB]

   ...The Committee’s decisions [4] In its substantive decision, the Committee found that the Agency had breached the provisions of the Act and Regulations, and had thereby breached r 5.1 of the Real Estate Agents Act (Professional Conduct and Client Care) Rules 2012 (“the Rules”). It rejected the Agency’s reliance on the solicitors’ emails in relation to the early release of funds. The Committee considered that the email chains, in which permission for early release of funds...

4. Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) In relation to property [docx, 104 KB]

   Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) In relation to property Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 Notes to enduring power of attorney Please read these notes BEFORE completing the form. In these notes, “attorney” includes each attorney (if you have appointed more than 1) and a successor attorney whose appointment has come into effect. (See the glossary of terms at the end of these notes for the meaning of attorney and other terms set out in bold italics.) Setting up your EPA...

5. Milne v Lodge [2010] NZWHT Wellington 3 [pdf, 221 KB]

   .......................................................................................................... 17 Summary of Quantum ................................................................................... 17 DO HAYDN LODGE OR DEBRA LODGE-SCHNELLENBERG OWE THE MILNES A DUTY OF CARE, AND IF SO, HAVE THEY BREACHED THAT DUTY OF CARE? ................................................................................................................. 17 SUMMARY OF AWARD .........................

6. Media guide for reporting in the courts and tribunals [pdf, 560 KB]

   ...most court activity and trials are open to the media and may be reported in full. The presiding Judge, however, has the power to control court proceedings. This includes discretion over media attendance and coverage, to ensure a fair trial and to protect the integrity of the process. We greatly appreciate the media’s care and professionalism in reporting court proceedings and wish to provide assistance where possible. This resource will assist your coverage of court proceedings, help y...

7. Media guide for reporting in the courts and tribunals [pdf, 804 KB]

   ...most court activity and trials are open to the media and may be reported in full. The presiding Judge, however, has the power to control court proceedings. This includes discretion over media attendance and coverage, to ensure a fair trial and to protect the integrity of the process. We greatly appreciate the media’s care and professionalism in reporting court proceedings and wish to provide assistance where possible. This resource will assist your coverage of court proceedings, help y...

8. Tuumotooa v Tangilanu [2014] NZIACDT 57 (29 April 2014) [pdf, 125 KB]

   ...grounds of complaint and so has advanced the complaint on the following basis: [4.1] The adviser failed to meet her professional obligations, in that: [4.1.1] She was negligent (section 44(2)(a) of the Act); [4.1.2] She breached her duties of care, diligence, respect and professionalism under the Code of Conduct by failing to take reasonable steps to ensure her clients’ interests were represented when she was no longer able to continue as representative(clause 1.1(c)); and [4.1.3]...

9. Kaufusi v Tangilanu [2014] NZIACDT 54 (24 April 2014) [pdf, 111 KB]

   ...REPRESENTATION: Registrar: In person Complainants: In person Adviser: In person Date Issued: 24 April 2014 2 DECISION Preliminary [1] The complainant engaged the adviser to assist with an appeal to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal. [2] The grounds of complaint are in essence that the adviser: [2.1] Failed to undertake the compulsory steps for client engagement, but took fees; [2.2] Did not carry out the work she agreed to perform; and [2...

10. XX v TD [2024] NZDT 235 (7 February 2024) [pdf, 182 KB]

    ...periodontist to heal gums and teeth that she claims TD damaged (approximately $1500.00), and half of the amount of her orthodontic treatment going forward in the amount of $4,987.50. 4. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) provides guarantees to protect consumers in relation to the provision of services. Section 28 provides a guarantee that the service will be carried out with reasonable care and skill. Section 29 states that where services are supplied to a consumer there is a gua...