Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2022-04-20-angels-care-litigation-media-release
At a glance
- Respondent
- Angels Care (Australia) Pty Ltd
- Penalty
- $33,300
- Employees affected
- 2
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Angels Care (Australia) Pty Ltd, a home nursing and care services business in Victoria, and its director, Geoffrey David Harrison. This followed a request for assistance from two managers employed by the company. A Fair Work Inspector issued a Compliance Notice in May 2021, believing Angels Care failed to pay accrued annual leave entitlements to the two workers when their employment ended in early 2021. The workers were believed to be owed a total of 322 hours of annual leave. The company did not comply with the notice.
What was decided
The Fair Work Ombudsman discontinued proceedings on February 14, 2023. The FWO was seeking penalties against Angels Care and the Respondent for failing to comply with the Compliance Notice. The company faced a maximum penalty of $33,300 and the Respondent faced a maximum penalty of $6,600. The FWO also sought an order for Angels Care to rectify any underpayments, including interest and superannuation.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with Compliance Notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties and orders to back-pay entitlements plus interest and superannuation.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have not received their correct entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free assistance. Interpreter services are available.
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