| Restrictions | Includes non-publication order |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2014] NZERA Christchurch 74 |
| Determination date | 13 May 2014 |
| Member | C Hickey |
| Representation | P Tucker ; S Wilson |
| Parties | A v B Ltd |
| Summary | PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE - Quantum of remedies - Previous determination ordered respondent pay applicant 9 weeks lost wages but disagreement over applicants ordinary weekly pay - COSTS - Applicant sought $5,985 indemnity costs |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND -;PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE: Appropriate to calculate remuneration based on income from previous tax year. 25 per cent reduction appropriate for contributory conduct found in substantive matter. Respondent to pay applicant $6,010 reimbursement of lost wages.;COSTS: Half day investigation meeting. No reason given for award on indemnity basis. No exceptional circumstances. Respondent to pay applicant $1,750 contribution towards costs. |
| Result | Applications granted; Quantum specified; Contributory conduct (25%); Reimbursement of lost wages ($6,010.34); Costs in favour of applicant ($1,750); Disbursements in favour of applicant ($71.56)(filing fee) |
| Main Category | Practice & Procedure |
| Statutes | ERA s128(2);ERA Second Schedule, cl15 |
| Number of Pages | 4 |
| PDF File Link: | 2014_NZERA_Christchurch_74.pdf [pdf 194 KB] |