| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2016] NZERA Christchurch 216 |
| Hearing date | 3-Nov-16 |
| Determination date | 07 December 2016 |
| Member | P van Keulen |
| Representation | EL Sivula (in person) ; R Burridge (in person) |
| Location | Blenheim |
| Parties | Sivula v Burridge & Anor |
| Other Parties | Precise Contracting Ltd |
| Summary | ARREARS OF WAGES – Applicant sought arrears of wages – Deductions from wages |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND -ARREARS OF WAGES: Applicant able to rely on consent from supervisor to release her from requirement to give notice. Even if not, clause allowing employer to deduct wages for failure to give notice penalty clause and unenforceable. Second respondent to pay applicant $242 arrears of wages. |
| Result | Application granted ; Arrears of wages ($242.27) ; Disbursements in favour of applicant ($71.56)(filing fee) ; No order for costs |
| Main Category | Arrears |
| Number of Pages | 7 |
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