| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | CA 31/01 |
| Determination date | 13 July 2001 |
| Member | P Cheyne |
| Representation | R Davidson ; WJ Bradley |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Murray v NCS Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISADVANTAGE - Downturn in business - Discussion about change to contract for services - Whether contract of service actually changed to contract for services - Substantial changes to employment contract made despite applicant’s protestations - Confusion about employment status resulted in PAYE and student loan deduction arrears - UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL - Constructive dismissal - Ongoing difficulties associated with her employment status led applicant to resign - Serious breach of duty by respondent - Unjustified constructive dismissal - Dog trainer |
| Result | Application granted ; Reimbursement of lost wages ($1,260) ; Compensation for humiliation etc ($5,000) ; Costs reserved |
| Number of Pages | 4 |
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