| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2016] NZERA Christchurch 223 |
| Hearing date | 16-Dec-16 |
| Determination date | 21 December 2016 |
| Member | D Appleton |
| Representation | M Faletanoai ; M Gallop |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Reveley v Mike Gallop Builders Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL – Redundancy – Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed by respondent – Leading hand |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND –UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL: Respondent closed down business to avoid further debt. Redundancy for genuine reasons. Respondent did not tell applicant that company being shut down, or give opportunity to comment. Dismissal unjustified. REMEDIES: No contributory conduct. $3,000 compensation appropriate. |
| Result | Application granted ; Compensation for humiliation etc ($5,000) ; Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Statutes | ERA s4(1A) ; ERA s103A ; ERA s124 |
| Number of Pages | 8 |
| PDF File Link: | 2016_NZERA_Christchurch_223.pdf [pdf 175 KB] |