Sasha Borissenko

1 week ago | nzherald.co.nz | Sasha Borissenko

Dr Siouxsie Wiles took her employer to court in 2021 because she felt it had failed to protect her from a "tsunami of threats" that followed her Covid-19 commentary. Photo / Sarah IveyOpinion by Sasha BorissenkoFreelance journalist who has reported extensively on the law industryLearn moreTHE FACTSHigh-profile scientist Siouxsie Wiles incurred more than $350,000 in legal bills in her employment dispute with the University of Auckland.

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | Sasha Borissenko

The prison population is expected to reach nearly 11,000 by mid-2026. Opinion by Sasha BorissenkoFreelance journalist who has reported extensively on the law industryLearn moreTHREE KEY FACTSThe prison population is expected to reach nearly 11,000 by mid-2026, up from 7500 in 2021. Budget 2025 allocates $245.5 million over five years to tackle court backlogs, but effectiveness is questioned. The Judicature (Timeliness) Legislation Amendment Bill aims to streamline case management and reduce delays.

1 month ago | nzherald.co.nz | Sasha Borissenko

Minister of Workplace Relations Brooke van Velden has her sights set on reforming the Health and Safety at Work Act. Photo / Marty MelvilleOpinion by Sasha BorissenkoFreelance journalist who has reported extensively on the law industryLearn moreTHREE KEY FACTSThe Government passed the Equal Pay Amendment Bill, raising the threshold for pay discrimination claims. The Auckland Women Lawyers Association criticised the lack of due process in passing the legislation.

1 month ago | nzherald.co.nz | Sasha Borissenko

We’re miles behind international best practice against bank scams. Photo / 123RFOpinion by Sasha BorissenkoFreelance journalist who has reported extensively on the law industryLearn moreTHREE KEY FACTS:The Banking Association plans to strengthen the Code of Banking Practice with tougher scam-prevention measures. Banks could be required to compensate victims up to $500,000, but the code is voluntary. Scams are rising, with 11% of adults experiencing fraud, yet only 10% reported to the police.

2 months ago | nzherald.co.nz | Sasha Borissenko

AI tools can fabricate facts, leading to false case citations in court. Photo / 123rfOpinion by Sasha BorissenkoFreelance journalist who has reported extensively on the law industryLearn more There’s a curious irony in depending on artificial intelligence to deliver justice. The law is a slow-moving, deliberative beast, with centuries of precedent, careful interpretation and human judgment.