Workplace Warnings: Q&A
Warnings in the workplace are often misunderstood, but how warnings are issued, documented, and relied upon can have serious legal consequences.
When Silence Breaches Good Faith: Lessons from Thomas v Scott [2025] NZERA 592
In a recent decision, the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) reminds employers and employees alike that doing nothing can sometimes be as damaging as doing the wrong thing.
Pay deductions and the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) Scheme
A recent ERA case highlights a number of key learnings when it comes to making deductions from an employee’s pay, especially within the context of the RSE scheme.