| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | CA 117/02 |
| Hearing date | 6 Nov 2002 |
| Determination date | 18 November 2002 |
| Member | P Cheyne |
| Representation | H Evans ; No appearance |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Laurie v The Deanery 2000 Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL - No appearance for respondent - Whether dismissal or abandonment - Alleged summarily dismissed by telephone - Dismissal established - Dismissal unjustified - Remedies - Compelling evidence of emotional distress caused by dismissal - Higher than usual compensation award appropriate - COSTS - Less than ï¾½ day investigation meeting - Costs to follow event - Reasonable contribution appropriate |
| Result | Application granted ; Reimbursement of lost wages ($10,300)(12 weeks) ; Compensation for humiliation etc ($10,000) ; Costs in favour of applicant ($1,000) ; Disbursements ($70)(Filing fee) |
| Number of Pages | 2 |
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