Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2024-10-02-landhaus-wines-litigation-media-release
At a glance
- Penalty
- $46,950
- Employees affected
- 1
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against The Landhaus Estate Wines Pty Ltd and its managing director, John Jaunutis. This followed a request for assistance from a former sales representative who worked for the company from September 2020 to May 2022. An inspector issued a Compliance Notice in August 2023 regarding unpaid annual leave entitlements. The company allegedly failed to comply with this notice.
What was decided
The Fair Work Ombudsman discontinued the proceedings on November 21, 2024. The court case alleged the company and its director failed to comply with a Compliance Notice regarding unpaid annual leave. The Fair Work Ombudsman sought penalties and a court order to rectify any underpayments and pay interest. A directions hearing was scheduled for November 25, 2024.
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 court orders to back-pay entitlements, plus interest. Employers should review their processes for calculating and paying employee entitlements, particularly annual leave.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have not received correct pay or entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free assistance. The Fair Work Ombudsman offers resources and courses to help employers understand Compliance Notices.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/newsroom/media-releases/2024-media-releases/october-2024/20241002-landhaus-wines-litigation-media-releaseWant more cases like this?
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