| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2014] NZERA Christchurch 156 |
| Hearing date | 10 Sep 2014 |
| Determination date | 07 October 2014 |
| Member | M B Loftus |
| Representation | P Ellicott ; K Trainor, A Trainor |
| Location | Dunedin |
| Parties | Watson v Trainor Electrical Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL - Incapacity - Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed by respondent - ACC - No light duties available - Electrician |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND -;UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL: No discussion at time of dismissal. Respondent indicated willingness to allow absence to continue past eventual date of termination. Significant deficiencies in process. Dismissal unjustified. REMEDIES: $2,000 compensation appropriate. |
| Result | Application granted; Compensation for humiliation etc ($2,000); Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Statutes | ERA s103A;ERA s124 |
| Cases Cited | Motor Machinists Ltd v Craig [1996] 2 ERNZ 585;Paykel Ltd v Morton [1994] 1 ERNZ 875 |
| Number of Pages | 7 |
| PDF File Link: | 2014_NZERA_Christchurch_156.pdf [pdf 176 KB] |