Fair Trading Act

The whole truth and nothing but the truth

Dec 2, 2020 | For Businesses

Reviews are only valid and worthwhile if they are honest, transparent and real but more than that businesses need to be aware that in New Zealand, there is a legal requirement to present reviews accurately, and consequences if those obligations is not met. This...

Website reviews need to be transparent and honest

Nov 6, 2019 | For Businesses

It's been a practice that a number of businesses have carried out for years, but a decision in the Auckland District Court last month puts into sharp focus the importance, and indeed, the legal requirement of presenting website reviews honestly and accurately, and not...