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We imported goods that were held up at the port due to a documentation issue caused by our customs broker, and we were charged significant storage and demurrage fees while it was sorted out. Can we recover these costs from the broker?

My landlord has told me that I need to move out because they are selling the property. I have a periodic tenancy and I am worried about how much notice I have. What rules apply when a landlord wants to end a tenancy?

My rental has serious mould in the bedrooms and bathroom, condensation on windows and a musty smell. My child has been unwell. The landlord says it is my fault for not opening windows. What are the landlord’s obligations?

I am considering selling a house that I have owned for a few years, which was not always my main home. I have heard about a bright-line test but I do not fully understand how long I need to hold a property to avoid extra tax.

We are a small supplier and received a letter from the Commerce Commission asking for documents and information about our pricing arrangements with a competitor. We did nothing wrong as far as we know, but we are worried. How seriously should we take it?

I have a back condition and my income protection insurer says I am able to do some kind of work, so they stopped my benefit. My doctor says I am unfit for my normal job. How do insurers decide this? Nobody has given me a straight answer and I want to understand where I actually stand.

We have a Family Court parenting order for contact, but my ex regularly refuses to hand over our child or comes up with excuses at the last minute. I feel powerless. What can I do to make sure the order is followed?

My ex has told me they intend to move abroad with our child for a new job. We share care and I am worried I will barely see them. Can they just take the child, and what can I do to stop or challenge it?

I got a notice from an online platform saying a rights holder has complained that my video infringes their copyright, and my content may be removed. I believe my video is legitimate. How should I respond?

I own a rental property personally and I am planning to sell it. Someone mentioned that GST could apply to property sales. I am confused, since I thought GST was only for businesses. Does GST apply to my sale?