| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Auckland |
| Reference No | [2016] NZERA Auckland 412 |
| Hearing date | 14-Nov-16 |
| Determination date | 21 December 2016 |
| Member | R Larmer |
| Representation | M Nutsford ; N Rayneau |
| Location | Auckland |
| Parties | Terrey-O'Cock v UCS Ltd |
| Summary | ARREARS OF WAGES – Applicant sought arrears of wages – COSTS – Respondent sought contribution to costs |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND –ARREARS OF WAGES: Respondent’s interpretation of commission entitlements preferred. No unpaid commission owed to applicant. No arrears.COSTS: Respondent not legally represented at investigation meeting but incurred costs relating to proceedings. $3,200 adopted as notional starting point. Amount halved as two connected but discrete matters heard at same investigation meeting. Lack of legal representation at investigation meeting to halve costs again. Applicant to pay respondent $800 contribution to costs. |
| Result | Application dismissed ; Costs in favour of respondent ($800) |
| Main Category | Arrears |
| Cases Cited | UCS Ltd v Terrey-O’Cock [2016] NZERA Auckland 416 |
| Number of Pages | 8 |
| PDF File Link: | 2016_NZERA_Auckland_412.pdf [pdf 216 KB] |