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1. [2020] NZSSAA 8 (30 April 2020) [pdf, 191 KB]

   ...May 2019, she also raised other, broader issues. [8] We have given XXXX the opportunity to present the issues of substance that concern her. Background The District Court proceedings [9] The Ministry brought prosecutions against XXXX which form the background to these proceedings. On 28 April 2015, the Ministry told XXXX that it had information that she was in a de facto relationship which may affect her benefit. The Ministry referred to her request on 17 April 2015 for full...

2. [2023] NZIACDT 22 - OT v Ramos (27 June 2023) [pdf, 150 KB]

   ...distress is not intended as compensation for an inability to obtain residence. It is questionable whether any amount for emotional distress is appropriate. [48] The complainant has also sought $5,000 for legal costs relating to two Ministerial requests. Yet, there is no evidence these costs have been incurred. Equally problematic is that there is no sensible basis for two requests to the Minister. [49] The complainant has additionally sought $4,450 for legal representation an...

3. [2021] NZACC 93 - Estate of Bryant v ACC (30 June 2021) [pdf, 338 KB]

   ...– Failure to Diagnose Accident Compensation Act 2001] ____________________________________________________________________ [1] At issue is the decision of the Accident Compensation Corporation dated 9 October 2015 declining the appellant’s claim for cover for a treatment injury. [2] In July-August 2014 she was diagnosed as having stage 4 adenocarcinoma of the lung and sadly died on 22 March 2018. Background [3] The appellant’s medical history is summarised in a tre...

4. O'Connell & Anor v Auckland Council & Ors [2013] NZWHT Auckland 7 [pdf, 294 KB]

   ...ground lines..... [12] Mr Toebosch did not know Mr French and had not worked with Mr French before. Mr Toebosch took all his instructions from Mrs O’Connell. [13] When Mr French left the building site in July or early August 2001 he informed the O’Connells that they would be unable to obtain a code compliance certificate until the driveway was laid with a drainage sump. The O’Connells were not in a financial position to complete the driveway and this work was not do...

5. Bradbury v Police (Mootness) [2020] NZHRRT 1 [pdf, 161 KB]

   ...application by the Police for an order that the Tribunal utilise a “closed” process in relation to certain evidence and submissions intended to be presented by the Police at the substantive hearing. The decision of the Tribunal was reserved. At the request of the Tribunal the 1 [This decision is to be cited as: Bradbury v Police (Mootness) [2020] NZHRRT 1] 2 parties subsequently filed supplementary submissions fol...

6. P Trust v IAG New Zealand Ltd [2020] CEIT-2019-0024 [pdf, 225 KB]

   ...underwrites approximately 50% of the domestic insurance market. This means that both through the history of Canterbury Earthquake litigation, and currently, there are relatively few experienced, well qualified engineers who will not have had some form of engagement for, or against, IAG. These issues led to ENZ adopting the consultation mechanisms to appoint members of the panel. 4 Jarden & Jarden v the Earthquake Commission & Lumley [2015] NZHC 204 at [21(c)]. DI...

7. GP v Accident Compensation Corporation (Impairment Assessment) [2023] NZACC 55 [pdf, 194 KB]

   ...chapter 14 mental injury impairment measuring tool, Dr Hill is required by the Handbook to the AMA guides to consider apportionment for noncovered factors and to avoid duplicating the physical impairment rating. • Dr Hill has explained how he has formed the opinion that apportionment of 10% is required because of the impairing effect of the client's regular marijuana use as measured by the chapter 14 mental injury impairment measuring tool. • The handbook directs Dr Hil...

8. Welcome Guide Information for court and tribunal interpreters v2.pdf [docx, 1.7 MB]

   ...government\a-o-g_BW.jpg] August 2023 Version: Four ii Contents Welcome iii Before you first come to court 1 Court tour 1 Observing another interpreter in court 1 Training modules 2 The interpreter services quality framework 2 When you are contacted for a booking 3 Booking requests 3 Immigration and Protection Tribunal bookings 5 Travel and accommodation 5 Sick? Cold or flu symptoms? 6 What to do at court 7 General 7 Arrive on time 7 What to wear 7 Parking 7 Security 8 Where to go after securit...

9. Welcome Guide Information for court and tribunal interpreters v6 [docx, 1.7 MB]

   ...government\a-o-g_BW.jpg] August 2023 Version: Four ii Contents Welcome iii Before you first come to court 1 Court tour 1 Observing another interpreter in court 1 Training modules 2 The interpreter services quality framework 2 When you are contacted for a booking 3 Booking requests 3 Immigration and Protection Tribunal bookings 5 Travel and accommodation 5 Sick? Cold or flu symptoms? 6 What to do at court 7 General 7 Arrive on time 7 What to wear 7 Parking 7 Security 8 Where to go after securit...

10. Welcome-Guide-Information-for-court-and-tribunal-interpreters-v5.docx [docx, 1.7 MB]

    ...government\a-o-g_BW.jpg] August 2023 Version: Four ii Contents Welcome iii Before you first come to court 1 Court tour 1 Observing another interpreter in court 1 Training modules 2 The interpreter services quality framework 2 When you are contacted for a booking 3 Booking requests 3 Immigration and Protection Tribunal bookings 5 Travel and accommodation 5 Sick? Cold or flu symptoms? 6 What to do at court 7 General 7 Arrive on time 7 What to wear 7 Parking 7 Security 8 Where to go after securit...