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Understanding your rights at work is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself. Whether you’re starting your first job, working part-time, or contracting, New Zealand law gives you a set of basic protections. These are called minimum employment rights and your employer must provide them, no matter what your contract says. What are my minimum legal rights as an employee in New Zealand? In New Zealand, several laws work together to protect employees. The k

How much sick leave is too much sick leave? Read this blog it find out if you can be terminated for taking too much time off.

What does 'hurt and humilation' mean in terms of a remedy for an employment dispute? Read on to find out what it could mean in your dispute.

Understand what it means to have a 'without prejudice' discussion with your employer and when to get legal help.

Your employment agreement should clearly state what hours you will work or how hours will be allocated. If you think your hours don't match your contract, or your employer is being unfair with their rostering, find out what your entitlements are and what to do next.

At the start of a new year, it is natural to reflect on your employment relationship. 10 key things to consider about work in 2026.

It can be tempting to come back from the Christmas break and quit your job. Read our latest blog and find out what you need to know if you are resigning.

Can a prospective employer contact people other than your referees during a recruitment process? And what can you do if they have?

What are your rights relating to Christmas close down periods? Can your employer force you to take annual leave during this time?

Before you sign a new employment contract, make sure you read it thoroughly, understand what it means and negotiate if necessary. If in doubt, ask for help from an employment advocate.

How do you know if you are an employee or an contractor? And what difference does it make to your rights and entitlements?

Can an employee be dismissed for failing to meet targets set in a performance improvement plan?

What do you do when you receive a warning at work? What are your rights and does it mean you can now be sacked?

Being bullied can feel overwhelming and isolating. Find out what to do if you are being bullied, the steps your employer should take to address it, and what to do if they don't.

No Win No Fee arrangements can give peace of mind to vulnerable employees and the confidence to raise their employment dispute with less risk.

If you’re an employee in New Zealand and you’re wondering whether your employer can say no to your request for sick leave, or whether you can be disciplined for taking it,  you’ve come to the right place. This blog breaks things down in plain English: what you’re entitled to, what your employer can (and can’t) do, and a bunch of common questions to help you feel confident about your rights. What sick leave are you legally entitled to? Under the Holidays Act 2003 , beginning 2

Choosing whether you need a legal representative, and who that should be can be tricky. Let us help you decide.

Is making one mistake at work grounds for dismissal? And if not, what can I do?

What happens to your accrued annual leave when you leave your job? And does it depend on whether your were sacked or resigned?

It is important when facing a restructure and redundancy at work to understand your rights in relation to redeployment.