Law stories
Websites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter have become so commonplace in the last few years that it is easy to cast aside the age-old fears of identity theft.
Facing a new copyright law, UK businesses must act now to avoid being penalised for employees' illegal downloads, warns experts.
New Zealand has enacted a decisive anti-piracy bill prohibiting illegal file-sharing, despite major public outcry and the resurrection of blackout protests.
When we think about contracts, the tendency is to think of a multipage document with clauses, headings, and two signatures at the end...
When an employee steals your intellectual property and clients, turn to your employment agreements. Here's your guide to safeguarding and enforcing your rights.
Many small businesses handle other people's personal information on a daily basis – such information can be vital to eCommerce.
Richard Hooper, former Ofcom deputy chair, challenges NZ's telco regulation approach; advises harmony among agencies and advocates for dark fibre access.
As promised, the draft negotiating text of the Anti-Counterfeiting<br />Trade Agreement (ACTA) has been released for public scrutiny.
Discover a treasure trove of NZ history and literature at Victoria University's free online library, the NZ Electronic Text Centre.
The controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) negotiations roll on with the latest round of talks scheduled for April 12th-16th in Wellington.
ACTA negotiations secretly threaten internet users' civil liberties, education, and privacy rights in countries including New Zealand.
Ten IT start-ups will vie for USD $85,000 in prizes during TIG's Planet 2010 event in Auckland, with major rewards in IT and business services.
Texas juror gets community service for Facebook friendship attempt with case defendant, flouting court's social media rules.
Nationwide protests against the controversial 'Skynet' file sharing bill gain momentum, with over 2,500 Facebook pledges to attend rallies this Saturday.
Law Commission's final report rethinks NZ's privacy laws, stressing data breach notifications and tighter telemarketing rules to protect Kiwis.
A US judge has dismissed yet another claim by the Winklevoss twins and Divya Narendra that Mark Zuckerberg stole the idea for Facebook at Harvard.
UK in uproar as footballer sues Twitter over super-injunction breach, igniting debate on free speech and privacy laws.
Navigating the maze of bringing an idea to market involves sharing information. Here's how confidentiality agreements can protect your intellectual property.
America is chocka block with firearms. Since 1960, more than a million Americans have died from firearm homicides.
Debate surges over internet as a human right amid harsh copyright laws. Nations like Finland make broadband a legal right. Is access vital?.
