| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Auckland |
| Reference No | AA 108/06 |
| Determination date | 04 April 2006 |
| Member | R A Monaghan |
| Representation | M O'Brien ; D Smith |
| Location | Auckland |
| Parties | Carter v Southpark Corporation Ltd |
| Summary | COSTS - Successful personal grievance - Investigation meeting less than one day - Applicant sought contribution of $5,019 to total costs of $6,087, plus disbursements - Bulk of costs incurred after applicant made settlement offer - Usual to determine costs even if challenge pending in Employment Court - Role of third party in employment relationship problem was a matter between third party and respondent - Straightforward investigation suggested contribution of $2,000 plus disbursements would be appropriate - Award increased to $3,000 to recognise settlement offer |
| Result | Costs in favour of applicant ($3,000) ; Disbursements ($214.72) |
| Cases Cited | PBO Ltd (formerly Rush Security Ltd) v Da Cruz [2005] 1 ERNZ 808 |
| Number of Pages | 2 |
| PDF File Link: | aa 108_06.pdf [pdf 9 KB] |