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 LEGAL OBLIGATIONS FOR NEW ZEALAND BUSINESSES
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An
Introduction to the Fair Trading Act
If you're in business, you need to understand the Fair Trading
Act. This is a good summary - it's a must-read for the
responsible businessperson.
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Fair Trading Act - A Guide for Advertisers and
Traders
A 50-page in-depth guide put out by the Commerce Commission on how the
fair trading act applies to businesses.
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Consumer
Guarantees Act 1993
The Consumer Guarantees Act essentially protects consumers (your
customers) from purchasing inferior goods, and sets standards for
guarantees you must offer your customers. This article from the
EMA is a nice summary, and a must-read!
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Privacy Act 1993
The Privacy Act essentially protects the use/misuse of information
about individuals. A Wellington-based law firm at the given link
provides a nice summary.
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Employment
Relations Act 2000
This article briefly explains the act, and details your requirements as
an employer. This includes subsections on 'good faith',
employment agreements, offering employment and bargaining.
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A Health and Safety Compliance Checklist for Employers
A simple checklist for for employers to follow, to ensure they are
proving a safe workplace for employees.
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Small Business Accident Prevention
If you're in business, you've got to maintain a safe work
environment. This is a guide as to what small businesses can do
to achieve this.
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Don't Forget Your Taxes!
Please refer to U-Turn's Tax Obligation section.
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There are many more acts
you need to consider while conducting business. Check out www.howtolaw.co.nz and www.legislation.govt.nz.
More importantly, contact a lawyer!
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