| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2013] NZERA Christchurch 159 |
| Hearing date | 30 Jul 2013 |
| Determination date | 07 August 2013 |
| Member | H Doyle |
| Representation | D Thompson (in person) ; A Shipley |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Thompson v Lichfield International Ltd |
| Summary | ARREARS OF WAGES AND HOLIDAY PAY - Applicant sought arrears of wages and holiday pay – Applicant resigned employment – Applicant not required to work notice period – Applicant unexpectedly sick - Applicant advanced annual and sick leave – RECOVERY OF MONIES – Applicant sought recovery of monies deducted from final pay - Whether respondent incorrectly deducted monies owing |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND –;ARREARS OF WAGES AND HOLIDAY PAY: No explanation for reduction in payment. Respondent to pay applicant $775 arrears of wages and $67 arrears of holiday pay. Interest ordered.;RECOVERY OF MONIES: Respondent did not respond to Authorities inquiries. Respondent’s deduction incorrect. Respondent to pay applicant $65 recovery of monies. |
| Result | Applications granted ; Arrears of wages ($775.43) ; Arrears of holiday pay ($67.24) ; Recovery of monies ($65.08); Interest (5%); Disbursements in favour of applicant ($71.56)(filing fee) |
| Main Category | Arrears |
| Statutes | ERA Second Schedule cl 11 - Judicature Act 1908 s87(3) |
| Number of Pages | 6 |
| PDF File Link: | 2013_NZERA_Christchurch_159.pdf [pdf 100 KB] |