For example, 71 percent of businesses with 11 to 100 employees allow them to take time off from work for children's school activities, such as parent - teacher conferences. (inc.com)
But the employment market seems to operate in a state of suspended reality, where no one is expected to take time off from work for any reason — ever. (ivyexec.com)
In addition, your family may face tremendous financial hardships due to expensive medical treatments, especially if you must take a significant amount of time off from work while you recover. (tengelaw.com)