When the changes to marriage law came into effect on 19 August 2013, we were asked an interesting question, "If a couple who were in a civil union decide to 'upgrade' to a marriage, will that mean that their Wills are cancelled?"
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Hearing impaired Kiwis can now use a caption-based telephone service that will allow them to easily take part in a telephone conversation at almost the same speed as ordinary conversations.
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Arguments over where the late Mr James Takamore should be buried have led to a long-running legal dispute. Now the Supreme Court has spoken, but its decision in Takamore v Clarke leaves some questions unanswered.
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When someone dies, the responsibility usually falls to their nearest and dearest to deal with the details that arise from that death. This may be a straightforward exercise for lawyers who regularly deal with estates, but it's more difficult for family or trusted friends who often don't know where to start. This article suggests some practical points to guide you if you find yourself in this position.
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In your later years of life, entering a retirement village may seem idyllic. You would expect a village to provide security, companionship, support and health care on-site, as well as removing the obligation to maintain and repair your own home.
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