[paxunix]

> More often, however, migraines are likely to be covered by FMLA (in the us) and the person gets time off for a certain amount of days.

Almost always, you will be expected (rightly or wrongly) to use your PTO/sick days first (if you have any). Then FMLA may kick in (up to 12 weeks within a 12 month period), subject to several potential restrictions (e.g. employer company minimum size, employee tenure minimum, etc.) Also, the law states that your employer no longer has to pay you, they just have to keep your position available for you upon your return.

So, maybe that's no so great or useful and it's better for your employer to just deal with the fact that you get periodic migraines.

(Not disagreeing with your points, but wanted to clarify that FMLA is great for some situations but not all). People just need to be more understanding and compassionate.