Spouse Bereavement Leave (Initiative to Amend the FMLA)
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Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Cedar Grove, WI signed.
Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Elkhorn, WI writes:
I too lost my husband and had to return to work during his illness, hospice and after his passing. Otherwise I no income.Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Tampa, FL signed.
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Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Mays Landing, NJ writes:
I lost my husband in 2010, he was 38 years old and left behind a seven year old son and four year old daughter.. I was fortunate enough to work for a terrific company that gave me the time I needed to get myself together.. three days is not enough..REPORT COMMENTS
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No, CancelAug 22nd, 2013Someone from Whiteland, IN signed.
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Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Winston Salem, NC writes:
It is impossible to describe the impact of a spouse's death to someone that hasn't been through it. At 3 days, you don't understand they won't be home for dinner.REPORT COMMENTS
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No, CancelAug 22nd, 2013Someone from Camby, IN signed.
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Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Minneapolis, MN writes:
Anyone who thinks 3 days is enough has never lost a spouse.REPORT COMMENTS
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No, CancelAug 22nd, 2013Someone from Louisville, KY signed.
Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Beacon, NY writes:
I was widowed at age 35 with three small children. The funeral took a week to plan. Grief doesn't magically disappear. Please allow for more time. Our humanity is way more important than any bottom line.REPORT COMMENTS
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No, CancelAug 22nd, 2013Someone from Avondale, AZ signed.
Aug 22nd, 2013Someone from Lincolnton, NC writes:
I lost my spouse almost 6 weeks ago and I haven't fully grieved yet. I'm not working, but I know that a person needs time to start healing.REPORT COMMENTS
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No, CancelAug 22nd, 2013Someone from New Providence, PA writes:
FMLA should be able to be used for any famiy illness and immediate family members death.REPORT COMMENTS
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