If you’re injured or become ill as a result of your job, you may be eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits. This program provides medical care and wage replacement while you recover from a work-related condition.
This page provides an overview of Workers’ Compensation leave. If your condition is not work-related, visit the “Caring for Your Own Medical Condition” page.
Workers’ Compensation applies when you experience a job-related injury or illness. If you’re unable to work, you may be placed on a Workers’ Compensation leave.
The duration of your leave will depend on your medical condition and applicable state laws.
Your benefits may continue while you are on leave. To maintain coverage, you are responsible for paying your portion of the premiums for any plans you’re enrolled in.
Workers’ Compensation benefits, including any wage replacement, are provided through the Workers’ Compensation system and not through Short-Term Disability.
If your leave is unpaid or partially paid: You may need to pay your share of benefit premiums directly. You may also choose to cancel coverage during your leave. If payments are not made on time, your coverage may be canceled.
If you return to work, any unpaid premium amounts will be repaid through payroll deductions over time until the balance is fully repaid.
It’s important to report any work-related injury or illness as soon as possible. Prompt reporting helps ensure you receive appropriate care and that your claim is processed without delay.
While on Workers’ Compensation leave, it’s important to follow your healthcare provider’s treatment plan and attend all required appointments. This helps support your recovery and ensures your leave and benefits continue as expected.
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If you decide not to return to work during your approved leave, you should notify your manager or HRBP at least two weeks before your scheduled return date. If you do not return or attempt to return to work following the end of your leave, you will be considered to have voluntarily resigned as of your leave end date.
Recovering from an injury or illness can impact your physical and emotional well-being. Chipotle offers benefits that may support you during your recovery:
Learn more on the Chipotle Benefits Website.
Some states provide leave benefits you may be eligible to receive. If your leave involves a medical leave or FMLA request, our leave administration partner The Hartford may help identify whether state benefits apply and guide you on next steps.
If eligible, you may need to file a claim directly with your state. Chipotle leave benefits and state benefits may run at the same time and are coordinated so total payments do not exceed 100% of your pre-leave earnings.
Visit the Frequently Asked Questions page for a list of common questions and answers.
For all other questions, call the Benefits Service Center at 877-625-1919 or email benefits@chipotle.com.
