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The Duke of York will argue that a sexual abuse lawsuit filed against him is invalid.
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Tam claims Peters sought "political relevance" by connecting him to Northland breach.
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The SFO's probe follows a complaint by the company's liquidator.
Third CBL fraud accused named as former director
Three businessmen from the failed insurance company face Serious Fraud Office charges.
Class action launched against ASB and ANZ banks
Around 150,000 customers could be involved in the court case.
Britney Spears' father accused of privacy invasion
Jamie Spears allegedly captured audio recordings from Britney Spears' bedroom.
Charges claiming Bunnings misled customers dismissed
The hardware store says it remains committed to its lowest prices policy after legal case.
Halifax collapse: Appeal funded to recover tens of millions of dollars
By the end of April this year, category 1 investor value was estimated at almost $170m.
Derivatives trading firm hit with $770,000 fine
About $40.8m of the $50m in suspicious transactions related to deposits by two customers.
Colin Craig v Rachel MacGregor: Supreme Court says no to final appeal
Defamation proceedings involving the former Conservative Party leader, however, continue.
Damages reduced to $12m against grower who smuggled kiwifruit into China
Billions of dollars of future exports at risk by the actions of a Bay of Plenty grower.
Supreme Court to hear Mainzeal appeal
The country's highest court granted leave to the liquidators and also for a cross-appeal.
New insolvency regime: Costs concern if liquidations surge
Some insiders concerned 'low quality practitioners' now have a veneer of respectability.
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Cobain thought there might be backlash over the cover, so he came up with a solution.
Sasha Borissenko on criminal lawyer turned Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman's book
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Ex-files: How can I protect myself financially in a divorce?
There are options available to protect your financial position if the relationship ends.
Leaky homes mega-lawsuit settled in 'terrible day' for homeowners
James Hardie says settlement vindicates company.
Trust trouble: Hiding property, assets from the ex will get harder - what to watch for
Misusing a trust to hide relationship property from a spouse is likely to become harder.
Trust busting: Is it the beginning of the end for hiding relationship property?
Trusts used to hide relationship property are under attack and may be losing their power.
Trelise Cooper burglary: Fashion thief and TV worker named
The 42-year-old burglar is due to be sentenced later this year.
NZ's largest life insurer faces $700,000 fine for misleading customers
AIA's behaviour exacerbated and prolonged the harm to vulnerable customers, watchdog says.
FMA censures Wellington firm over unpermitted investment advice
FoxPlan's authorised financial advisers may have not complied with disclosure obligations.
SFO complaint over failed financial firm
The liquidator has also filed High Court proceedings against the director of the company.
Megaupload case: Health shock sees extradition target walk free
The extradition case against a Megaupload defendant has been dropped.
Opinion: Why US regulation is failing the cryptocurrency test
Even the libertarian crypto world is wondering when the federal government will step in.
Incoming $57m lawsuit: More legal action for Eric Watson
More claims are due to be filed in court against the former rich-lister.
Sex, lies and betrayal: Grappling with shock revelations after a divorce or breakup
Readers tell the Herald their heartbreaking stories.
Inside Eric Watson's insider trading case: Iced tea, crypto and the FBI
Eric Watson, free from a London prison cell, was charged with insider trading in the US.
Bad for business: What divorce costs employers
A divorce expert says the fallout from a split results in lost productivity.
Britney Spears legal battle heads back to court
In court, the singer was critical of her father, who serves as conservator of finances.
Britney's racy Insta post swiftly deleted, taking aim at court testimony
Britney Spears sent fans an angry message about her conservatorship in a racy new post.
'Hopeful': Big step forward in Britney's battle
Britney Spears is reportedly hopeful that the latest changes mean progress in her battle.
Conservatorship clash: Britney Spears' lawyer quits
Sam Ingham was reportedly upset by comments made by Spears' in her bombshell testimony.