| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Auckland |
| Reference No | [2011] NZERA Auckland 162 |
| Determination date | 20 April 2011 |
| Member | Y S Oldfield |
| Representation | D Flaws ; B Guest |
| Location | Auckland |
| Parties | Rew v Fare Cafe Ltd |
| Summary | COSTS – Unsuccessful personal grievance claim – Less than one day investigation meeting – Before substantive investigation completed respondent sought $7,159 contribution to costs – Applicant submitted unwell and receiving counselling and medical care – Submitted income frequently less than outgoings and costs should lie where fall – Alternatively costs assessment should take into account applicant’s ability to pay – Authority noted matter not complex and extensive preparation not required – Found applicant’s ability to pay relevant consideration – Applicant to pay respondent reasonable contribution to costs |
| Result | Costs in favour of respondent ($1,500) |
| Main Category | Costs |
| Number of Pages | 3 |
| PDF File Link: | 2011_NZERA_Auckland_162.pdf [pdf 19 KB] |