| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Wellington |
| Reference No | [2013] NZERA Wellington 118 |
| Determination date | 27 September 2013 |
| Member | G J Wood |
| Parties | Floares v Kiwi Rail Ltd |
| Summary | COSTS – Unsuccessful arrears of wages claim – Less than one day investigation meeting – Respondent sought $3,500 contribution towards costs – Applicant accepted amount but sought to pay in instalments of $50 per fortnight – Authority found no express power to order payment in instalments against employee – Found instalment plan inappropriate due to 140 weeks required to pay off $3,500 – Parties advised to reach agreement on quicker repayment schedule – Applicant to pay respondent $3,500 contribution towards costs |
| Result | Costs in favour of respondent ($3,500) |
| Main Category | Costs |
| Statutes | ERA |
| Number of Pages | 3 |
| PDF File Link: | 2013_NZERA_Wellington_118.pdf [pdf 86 KB] |