Shine Lawyers is investigating legal action on behalf of thousands of Indigenous Australians in the Northern Territory whose wages were unjustly withheld or not paid as a result of wage control legislation in effect until 1972.
We have also launched a Stolen Wages Class Action in Western Australia.
What is the Northern Territory Stolen Wages Class Action about?
This investigation is on behalf of Indigenous Australians who worked in the Northern Territory whose wages were unjustly withheld or not paid as a result of wage control legislation in effect from the late 1800s until the 1970s.
Various rules were implemented in the Northern Territory to control the employment and wages of Indigenous Australians and this impacted workers in many industries. These workers may have been stockmen, farm hands, laundry assistants, kitchen hands, domestic workers and labourers.
It is estimated millions in stolen or unpaid wages could be owed. This case aims to ensure anyone impacted is able to recover their stolen wages.
Can I join the Northern Territory Stolen Wages Class Action Investigation?
To be a part of this class action:
- You must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
- You or your family must have worked in the Northern Territory before 1972.
- You or your family were not paid all of your wages.
If you answered yes to the above, and you would like to talk to someone about your options, you can contact us and speak to a lawyer who may be able to help you to recover your family's wages.
How to register for the Northern Territory Stolen Wages Class Action Investigation
To register for the Northern Territory Stolen Wages Class Action Investigation on a no-cost, obligation-free and completely confidential basis, please click the ‘Register Now’ button below and fill out the registration form.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Background
Shine Lawyers is proud to work with, and have the support of Litigation Lending Services in this case. Litigation Lending Services funded the Hans Pearson v State of Queensland, Class Action, which on Tuesday, 9 July 2019 achieved a $190 million in-principle settlement, marking an important step in the national reconciliation process.
You can read more of Hans Pearson's story here.
Who is Shine Lawyers’ Class Action team?
Shine Lawyers’ Class Action team includes some of the firm’s most experienced solicitors and support staff. The team includes:
