HBGPDP Session 8 Compulsory Employment Issues and NZ Contract Law

This continuing professional development session forms part of the Hawke’s Bay Graduate Professional Development Programme (GPDP). It is designed to develop new graduate dentists’ understanding of the legal and contractual aspects of dental practice in New Zealand, including employment status, employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, contractual terms, workplace obligations, and the practical implications of entering into professional agreements.

Learning outcomes

At the completion of this course, participants should be able to: * Differentiate between employee and independent contractor arrangements and understand the legal implications of each. * Identify key terms and obligations commonly contained within dental employment and contractor agreements. * Describe the fundamental rights and responsibilities of parties to an employment or contractual relationship. * Identify contractual provisions that may have significant professional, financial or legal implications. * Apply basic principles of New Zealand employment and contract law

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