If an employee needs time off for voluntary family activities, such as extracurricular sporting events, the employer has a duty to accommodate the employee.

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While an employer may choose to accommodate an employee's request for time off for family activities, they do not have a legal duty to do so unless the employee is entitled to protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or other applicable laws.

If an Employee Needs Time Off for Voluntary Family Activities