There’s a new law on unpaid super. But Cheree doesn’t expect to recoup the $12,000 she is owed

From 1 January it has been easier for Australians to take court action on unpaid superannuation, but enforcement is not straightforward

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Employees fighting to claim unpaid superannuation are hopeful that a change to the National Employment Standards will help them recover their money faster. The change, which took effect on 1 January, means employees can take direct legal action to recover their unpaid superannuation.

Superannuation that is underpaid or unpaid can be enforced under the Fair Work Act, by a fair work inspector, through the small claims court or by referring matters to the Australian Taxation Office.

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