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Proposed Employment Law Reform: High Earners May Lose Right To Raise Unjustified Dismissal Claims
Tuesday, 10 December 2024, 9:26 am | Edwards Sluiters
Employees earning more than $180,000 annually may lose their right to raise personal grievances for unjustified dismissal. This change is expected to take effect in 2025 and is part of the government’s broader effort to increase labour market flexibility ... More >>
Edwards Sluiters - Employment Lawyers Expands To Christchurch With New Office Opening
Monday, 9 December 2024, 8:07 am | Edwards Sluiters - Employment Lawyers
The new office will offer a range of services, including employment disputes, workplace investigations, health and safety issues, and employment agreements, tailored to meet the unique needs of local businesses and individuals. More >>
Edwards Law Announces Rebranding To Edwards Sluiters Employment Lawyers
Wednesday, 21 August 2024, 1:43 pm | Edwards Law
Aishleen has a track record of delivering exceptional results and, alongside Blair Edwards, has been instrumental in shaping the firm's success. Our rebrand underscores her significant contributions and the firm's dedication to evolving in line with ... More >>
90-day Trial Periods Are Back
Thursday, 25 January 2024, 11:24 am | Edwards Law
All employers are now able to use trial periods, regardless of how many employees they employ. Previously, only small-to-medium sized employers (those with 19 or fewer employees) could use a trial period. What is a Trial Period? ... More >>
Edwards Law Annouces New Partner
Wednesday, 8 February 2023, 11:37 am | Edwards Law
Edwards Law has announced that Employment Lawyer Aishleen Sluiters has been promoted to Partner. Aishleen’s promotion continues the expansion of the firm’s senior team. Aishleen has been with Edwards Law for close to 10 years. The firm has grown ... More >>
The Dos And Don’ts Of Christmas Closedowns
Wednesday, 14 December 2022, 1:07 pm | Edwards Law
Tips for managing closedowns, public holidays, and employee leave this summer. With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, we thought it would be helpful to answer some key questions that are often asked by employers at this festive (and somewhat ... More >>
5 Must-Read Employment Law Updates
Friday, 18 November 2022, 9:54 am | Edwards Law
What you need to know about the latest developments in employment law New Zealand's employment law is constantly changing whether as a result of new legislation or case law developments. Employment lawyers , Edwards Law, provide a brief update on some ... More >>
Fair Pay Agreements – 5 Key Points To Know
Tuesday, 8 November 2022, 10:35 am | Edwards Law
The Fair Pay Agreements Act passed into law on 27 October 2022, and the bargaining framework for Fair Pay Agreements (“FPAs”) will come into effect from 1 December 2022. FPAs are likely to have a massive impact for both employers and employees, ... More >>
Edwards Law Launches New Hawkes Bay Office
Monday, 19 September 2022, 11:50 am | Edwards Law
Hawkes Bay is the latest office for Edwards Law - Employment Law Specialists. First established in Auckland in 2008, Edwards Law has since expanded to the Waikato, Bay Of Plenty, and now Hawkes Bay. The team has grown due to their reputation for working ... More >>
Clash Of The Public Holidays, Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day And South Canterbury Anniversary Day
Friday, 16 September 2022, 10:30 am | Edwards Law
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced that a one-off public holiday will be held on Monday 26 September 2022, as Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day. Much to the disappointment of Southern Cantabrians, however, ... More >>