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  1. [2013] NZEmpC 4 Dalley v Norrell Building Ltd [PDF, 106 KB]

    [2013] NZEmpC 4 Dalley v Norrell Building Ltd. Successful challenge to Authority determination. The Court held that the plaintiff was unjustifiably dismissed, but assessed his contribution to the dismissal at one third. Plaintiff awarded $2,670 as reimbursement for lost wages, with 5% interest and $4,000 compensation pursuant to s 123(1)(c)(i). The Court declined to award a penalty for failing to provide the plaintiff with a written employment agreement as required by s 63A(2) of the Act. Costs reserved.