| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | CA 37/04 |
| Determination date | 01 April 2004 |
| Member | H Doyle |
| Representation | MJ Thomas ; B Dorking |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Smith v Blue Mountain Lumber |
| Summary | COSTS - Unsuccessful personal grievance - 1ï¾¾ day investigation meeting - Respondent sought $5,000 contribution to total costs of $15,804 plus disbursements of $1,148 - Applicant had limited financial means - No special circumstances that meant should depart from principle that costs should follow event - Appropriate to award half sum claimed for counsel travel expenses - Applicant to pay respondent $2,000 plus disbursements of $883.50 |
| Result | Costs in favour of respondent ($2,000) ; Disbursements ($883.50) |
| Number of Pages | 2 |
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