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Fraud convictions see lawyer struck off
Law Society action follows guilty plea to mortgage fraud charges.
'Significant failings': Health NZ apologises after 11yo injected twice in mistaken identity case
'This particular case cannot happen again,' said a health boss.
Legal legends: How two intellectual giants continue to shape NZ
Sir Geoffrey Palmer told the Herald he deplores the way in which legislation is now made.
How to divorce when you can’t find your spouse
Q: I want a divorce, but I don't know where my husband is.
'You lined her up': Kiwi who inflicted savage blows on partner booted out of Australia
Authorities considered Kyle Walters a serious risk to the Australian community.
Man accused of axe attack on police station faces court
Mark Christiansen, 55, faces charges including burglary with a weapon.
‘Excessive self-defence’: NZ musician sentenced for biting ex-girlfriend
The man was convicted of two family violence charges last month.
ComCom’s $1m spend fighting Foodstuffs’ merger effort
Legal costs will continue to rise as the case is being appealed in the High Court.
‘Sloppy’: Lawyer fined over name slip in high-profile case
Sue Grey was being interviewed when she revealed too much information about a baby.
Horror Christchurch rental: Landlord agrees to pay $13k to vulnerable tenants
The rental had a leaking roof and gutters which overflowed into the dining room.
‘Sick, monstrous desires’: Sexual blackmail victim confronts religious leader
'This is who you are, a small, weak, disgusting man who preys on younger males.'
Prison hunger strike: Dean Wickliffe hospitalised, parole hearing moved forward
Wickliffe's parole board hearing has been brought forward due to his declining health.
Du Val Group debt grows to $306m, new report says
Du Val's debt rose from $238m to $306m, requiring further investigation.
'Slow but complete breakdown': $9.8m real estate agency fight; Cooper company wins big award
Case revolved around protracted dispute between parties over branch established at Albany.
‘Release me without conditions’: Prison hunger striker tells supporters he’s prepared to die
Dean Wickliffe's parole hearing is set for April 3 but supporters fear he won't last.
Police arrest man over shoe sale shooting
The men travelled to a park to meet a seller before the shooting, a friend said.
‘No political influence’: Lawyer assures fairness in Covid inquiry
The veteran lawyer heading the latest Covid-19 inquiry wants to hear from more Kiwis.
Pilots with cancelled or suspended licences will have new appeal rights
Industry responds to new appeal system.
Prisoner Dean Wickliffe loses 17kg in hunger strike - lawyer claims
A guard involved in the altercation has been stood down pending investigation.
'Cavalier' fisherman fined $34k after failures onboard vessel during kina operation
He ignored warnings to fix the GPR device, which meant his boat was 'invisible'.
Trump calls for impeachment of US judge blocking deportation flights
Judge Boasberg suspended deportation flights of Venezuelan migrants.
Notorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guard
Dean Wickliffe started his hunger strike on March 10, seeking dignity and fair treatment.
Takeovers Panel probing NZME board coup attempt
'Doesn't look like they would be acting in concert': A lawyer on NZME moves.
Pensioner celebrates b'day with a court appearance for drink driving
Now he plans to move to Thailand permanently after cashing in his Kiwisaver.
Workplace banter or sexual harassment? Firefighter reinstated after wrongful dismissal
Fire and Emergency NZ aren't happy and are considering appealing the ERA decision.
The Ex-Files: How to protect your $275k inheritance during a relationship split
OPINION: Inheritance and separation — what you need to know.
Jury awards $87m to driver burned by Starbucks drink
The man suffered third-degree burns to his penis, groin and inner thighs in the incident.