Deductions on wages are governed by the Wages Protection Act 1983.  No payments can be unlawfully deducted from wages.

It is the duty of the employer to make regular returns on PAYE on your behalf. Other deductions may apply including KiwiSaver, child support payments and student loan repayments. If you encounter a problem on payments of your tax, we can help investigate. We can help ensure you are being paid above minimum wage for hours worked and, according to the employment contract you are being paid at the correct rate.

If you have a problem with your employer making Unlawful Deductions from your wages, we can help you get your money back and also help resolve any dispute you have with matter that led to the deduction. We can also help you if your wages are underpaid or late paid outside statutory provisions. We can look at your holiday entitlements that should be reflected in your pay.

Where you have any concerns regarding your pay contact us to discuss. Sometimes a wage problem is the beginning of a bigger problem with your employer. We can act quickly on your behalf to keep things from escalating.

 

What our clients are saying

I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance I received from Hilary and the team at Work Law.

10/07/2026

I found myself dealing with a very stressful employment situation and felt completely out of my depth. From my first conversation with Hilary, I felt heard, supported, and reassured that I didn’t have to navigate everything on my own. Throughout the process, Hilary was professional, knowledgeable, patient, and always willing to answer my questions. She explained things clearly, kept me informed, and provided support during what was a very difficult period. What impressed me most was the genuine care she showed. I never felt like just another case file. She took the time to understand my situation and worked hard to achieve a fair resolution. I cannot thank Hilary enough for her dedication, expertise, and advocacy. The outcome has allowed me to move forward and focus on the future. I would highly recommend Hilary and Work Law to anyone needing help with an employment matter. Thank you again for everything.

Sarah G.
Verified

I would highly recommend Sandy to anyone needing an employment advocate

02/07/2026

I had a truly positive experience working with Sandy Ward during a very challenging and stressful period, and I am so glad I contacted Work Law before resigning out of exhaustion. From our first conversation, Sandy was calm, compassionate and genuinely took the time to understand my situation. She balanced empathy with professionalism, providing thoughtful, measured advice throughout the process. She made a difficult situation feel manageable and gave me confidence when I needed it most. Sandy’s communication was outstanding—clear, pragmatic and outcome focused. She combines genuine warmth with strong resolve and is clearly an exceptionally skilled & experienced advocate who is not going to be intimidated while negotiating! I felt I had someone firmly in my corner who was both compassionate and highly effective. I would highly recommend Sandy to anyone needing an employment advocate, she combines exceptional expertise with kindness, integrity and genuine care for her clients. Thank you Sandy.

Jessica
Verified

Aston is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely committed to helping his clients.

26/06/2026

I highly recommend Aston for employment law matters.

From the beginning, Aston took the time to understand my situation, provided honest and practical advice, and guided me through a very stressful employment dispute with professionalism and care.

What I appreciated most was his straightforward approach and willingness to explain the process clearly. He worked hard to achieve a fair outcome and was always focused on finding a practical resolution rather than creating unnecessary conflict.

I was particularly grateful for his support during a difficult period and for his efforts in negotiating a settlement that allowed me to move forward positively.

If you are looking for an employment lawyer who is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely committed to helping his clients, I would not hesitate to recommend Aston.

Thank you again for all your assistance.

Raj K.
Verified

I recommend Sandy.

22/06/2026

Sandy is amazing! Very fast to respond and does a thorough job, trust her a lot and highly recommend her!

Katy M.
Verified

I would highly recommend Hilary and Work Law to anyone needing employment advocacy assistance.

22/06/2026

I cannot thank Hilary enough for her support during a very difficult and stressful employment matter.

From the very beginning, Hilary was professional, knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely cared about achieving the best possible outcome for me. She took the time to explain every step of the process, answered my many questions with patience, and provided reassurance whenever things felt uncertain or overwhelming.

What stood out most was that I never felt like just another client. Hilary was always responsive, supportive, and willing to go the extra mile to help me navigate what was a challenging period in my life.

Thanks to her hard work, dedication, and expertise, my matter was successfully resolved, allowing me to move forward with confidence.

I would highly recommend Hilary and Work Law to anyone needing employment advocacy assistance. If you are looking for someone who is knowledgeable, compassionate, and genuinely committed to helping their clients, you will be in excellent hands.

Thank you again, Hilary.

Fallenfirebug101
Verified

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