Wage underpayment laws
From 1 January 2025, intentional underpayment of wages or entitlements is a criminal offence, with potential sanctions including jail time and significant financial penalties. The ACA’s legal advisor, Tom Earls from Fair Work Lawyers, has written a summary of everything employers need to know.
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