An unfair dismissal claim by an employee of an IGA supermarket who survived domestic violence was dismissed by the Fair Work Commission this month after the employer was found to have done more than would be expected to assist.

Experts say the decision shows the need for law reform to protect people whose employment is affected by domestic violence.

The Fair Work Commission did not uphold a claim for unfair dismissal. Credit:Michele Mossop

The operator of the IGA supermarket employed the worker for more than ten years but she was dismissed earlier this year after receiving a series of warnings over an extended period about issues to do with her attendance.

The employee was counselled at work on various occasions about being late and absent from work.