Justin Hemmes’ Merivale to pay $19.25m to ex-staff who allege they were underpaid | Hospitality industry

Sydney pub baron Justin Hemmes’ company has agreed to pay millions to ex-employees who alleged they were underpaid, but did not admit any liability in relation to the claims.

Merivale has agreed to pay $19.25m to settle the lawsuit which was approved in the federal court on Friday, after five…