When an extensive investigation is still insufficient
Lessons from Khan v Chief Executive of the Ministry for Primary Industries [2026] NZERA 619
Medicinal cannabis, drug testing and unjustified dismissal
A recent case highlights the risks of treating a non-negative drug test as automatic serious misconduct.
Modern Slavery Bill clears Select Committee: what businesses should know
What could New Zealand’s proposed modern slavery reporting regime mean for your business?
AI in the workplace: the new frontier for legal privilege and employee privacy
From ChatGPT to smart glasses, AI is changing workplaces faster than the law can keep up.
Suspension without process: A costly shortcut
A recent Employment Relations Authority determination serves as a sharp reminder that suspending an employee – even on full pay – is never a risk-free step.
What counts as “deliberate”? The Johnstone case and the new s 123B
A new question has arisen under s 123B: when does conduct cross the line from poor judgment into deliberate serious misconduct?
Government opens major consultation on the Employment Dispute System: What it means for employers and employees
If you have navigated the employment dispute process, you can now have your say and help shape what it could look like in future.
When redundancy meets culture
If you have cultural values written into your employment agreements – these need to be considered across all employment matters, including restructures.
The Employment Relations Amendment Act
Important new employment law came into force in February 2026. We take a deep dive into what the changes mean.
AI, confidentiality, and the emerging legal architecture of generative tools in employment disputes
A recent Employment Relations Authority decision in QTR v BXD [2025] NZERA 716 highlights the need to temper the use of innovative tools with confidentiality obligations.