| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Auckland |
| Reference No | [2011] NZERA Auckland 53 |
| Hearing date | 7 Feb 2011 |
| Determination date | 10 February 2011 |
| Member | V Campbell |
| Representation | C Muston ; J McClean (in person) |
| Location | Auckland |
| Parties | Fairbairn v McClean |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL - No appearance for applicant - Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed - Respondent acknowledged dismissed applicant but claimed dismissal justified - Applicant failed to appear at investigation meeting - Authority permitted to act as fully in matter before it as if party had duly attended or been represented if any party failed to attend or be represented in matter before Authority - Authority informed respondent due in applicant’s failure to appear Authority would conclude investigation without making any orders against respondent - COSTS - Authority found was appropriate case for costs to lie where they fall |
| Result | Application dismissed ; Costs to lie where they fall |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Statutes | ERA Second Schedule cl12 |
| Number of Pages | 2 |
| PDF File Link: | 2011_NZERA_Auckland_53.pdf [pdf 14 KB] |