Articles

Jury Trials - Why they're so important

Trial by jury is an ancient mechanism of justice. Its origins are traced back to Athens, where citizens would be compensated a day’s wage...

Drugs Charges - Why you need a good lawyer fast

We deal with people who have been caught up with drugs on a very regular basis. Whether the involvement arose because of drug use,...

Restraining and Protection Orders

There are two instruments the Courts use with a view to protecting people from physical and psychological abuse. In the Family and...

Discharge without Conviction

Unless you never watch or read news, you will have heard of this concept. A discharge without conviction is available where someone has...

When Business Dealings go wrong – What we do…

When business is running smoothly, the relationships with those you interact with are easily cultivated and maintained. A bit like a new...

Disqualification - when your drivers licence is in jeopardy

Whether you’re looking at losing your licence due to demerit points, or as a result of the Court imposing a sentence, there are a number...

Defamation in New Zealand

Defamation is a subject that almost everyone can appreciate. We all have reputations; some guarded more closely than others. Most of us...