Articles tagged with Dispute
Wellington Disputes Tribunal Adopts Electronic Case Files for Faster Justice
2 weeks ago | 98 viewsThe Wellington District Court's Disputes Tribunal has transitioned to electronic case files to provide faster, more flexible justice, allowing referees and staff to securely access and manage cases remotely. Following successful implementations in Christchurch and upcoming plans for Auckland, this digital shift aims to reduce delays and improve the system nationwide. The move supports small businesses and consumers by enabling quicker dispute resolutions, helping them recover losses and maintain operations efficiently.
Tags: Wellington District Court Disputes Tribunal electronic case files Courts Minister Nicole McKee Christchurch District Court Auckland Metro Hub small businesses consumer disputes remote hearings faster justiceNZ Disputes Tribunal Doubles Financial Jurisdiction for Quicker, Affordable Civil Cases
1 month ago | 265 viewsThe Disputes Tribunal's financial jurisdiction will double to $60,000, aiming to expedite civil cases and enhance affordability for New Zealanders, as noted by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Approximately 2,000 claims yearly are projected to benefit from this increase, aiding new claimants and those who might have previously adjusted their claims due to jurisdiction limitations. Efforts to improve access to justice include upcoming legislation that would require respondents to reimburse successful applicants for filing fees, addressing cost barriers for individuals seeking resolution without incurring high legal expenses.
Tags: Paul Goldsmith Justice Minister Disputes Tribunal New Zealanders civil cases legislation Ministry of Justice claimants filing fee respondent2025 Court User Survey: Minister Nicole McKee Applauds Positive Feedback & System Improvements
1 month ago | 256 viewsCourts Minister Nicole McKee praises the 2025 Court User Survey results, with 82% satisfaction, the highest since 2019, attributing it to staff efforts. Recent court improvements include reducing case backlogs, improving case age, and enhancing efficiency across various court jurisdictions. The focus is on enhancing safety, with high percentages feeling safe in courthouses, and upcoming plans include digital systems and expanded magistrate roles for faster justice delivery.
Tags: Courts Minister Nicole McKee Court User Survey Justice System Government District Court Disputes Tribunal Coroners Court Safety VictimsGovernment's Focus on Faster Justice: Real Results in Civil Disputes, Family Wait Times
2 months ago | 285 viewsCourts Minister Nicole McKee highlights the Government's focus on faster justice delivery, emphasizing the importance of reducing delays in resolving civil disputes and family wait times for coroners' findings. Significant progress has been made in various jurisdictions, such as the District Court, where active civil cases decreased by 20% and completed cases increased by 8%. The Disputes Tribunal also saw over 900 more cases completed in a year, with a 21% decrease in aged cases, while the Coroners Court reduced active cases by 15% through the introduction of associate coroners and clinical advisors.
Tags: Courts Minister Nicole McKee justice system District Court civil cases Disputes Tribunal Coroners Court associate coroners clinical advisors Ministry of JusticeASMS Union Decision Leads to 13,000 Patients Affected by Strike Action
3 months ago | 317 viewsThe ASMS union's decision to continue strike action will impact over 13,000 patients despite an updated offer from Health New Zealand costing over $160 million for 5,500 senior doctors. Health New Zealand estimates that the strike will delay care for 13,000 patients, affecting elective procedures, specialist assessments, follow-up appointments, and outpatient procedures. The union's refusal of binding arbitration is criticized for prioritizing politics over patient care, with senior doctors being well-compensated and receiving generous benefits.
Tags: ASMS union Health New Zealand patients strike action senior doctors negotiations care public servants dispute arbitrationNew Zealand Resolves Dairy Dispute with Canada Under CPTPP, Securing $157m Export Value Annually
5 months ago | 946 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay announced a resolution to a dairy dispute between Canada and New Zealand under the CPTPP, projecting a $157m annual export value increase for New Zealand dairy exporters. New Zealand initiated dispute settlement proceedings due to limited dairy market access in Canada, leading to a favorable ruling and subsequent agreement for improved access through quota adjustments and penalties for misuse. McClay emphasized the importance of upholding CPTPP obligations, praised Canada for constructive engagement, and highlighted the agreement's reinforcement of the rules-based trading system.
Tags: Todd McClay Canada New Zealand dairy dispute CPTPP trade investment exporters agreement quotas