On 24 December 2019, Adero Law filed a proceeding in the Federal Court against M.R.V.L. Investments or more commonly known as Merivale, alleging that they have underpaid their employees.
Group members will allege they were paid for 38-hours per week while being required to work at least 50-hour weeks, and without any overtime payments. The applicant and Adero believes Merivale should have and failed to pay the minimum Award entitlements under the Fair Work Act 2009 and the relevant modern Award for some individuals during the period of 25 December 2013 to 24 December 2019.
The class action, with the assistance of a litigation funder, aims to assist hospitality workers who may not otherwise have the financial means necessary to commence proceedings against their employer or former employer.
Adero encourages current and former employees working in the venues across New South Wales to check your eligibility to join the class action.