| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Wellington |
| Reference No | [2014] NZERA Wellington 73 |
| Hearing date | 10 Jun 2014 |
| Determination date | 15 July 2014 |
| Member | G J Wood |
| Representation | E Connole ; P Gillespie (in person) |
| Location | New Plymouth |
| Parties | Simkin v Gillespie t/a Clean and Gleam Services |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL - Dismissal - Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed by respondent - Respondent's client's premises not cleaned - Respondent questioned staff - Applicant not paid - Applicant threatened respondent via text message - Respondent told applicant via text message applicant not welcome back to work - Cleaner |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND -;UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL. Dismissal unjustified. REMEDIES: 25 per cent contributory conduct. Respondent to pay applicant $3,255 reimbursement of lost wages. Reduction in compensation appropriate due to financial circumstances of respondent. $1,250 compensation appropriate. |
| Result | Application granted; Contributory conduct (25%); Reimbursement of lost wages ($3,255); Compensation for humiliation etc ($1,250); Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Statutes | ERA s103A |
| Number of Pages | 5 |
| PDF File Link: | 2014_NZERA_Wellington_73.pdf [pdf 155 KB] |