Car Accident Lawsuit in Vermont

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Last reviewed: June 12, 2026How we research

Last reviewed against primary sources: June 12, 2026

Statute of Limitations

3-year statute of limitations for personal injury under 12 VSA § 512. Vermont uses modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar, blocking recovery if the plaintiff is 51% or more at fault.

3 years from accident date

Vermont Data

Exposure in Vermont

Source: Vermont Agency of Transportation

Source: Vermont Bar Association / Insurance Data

Source: NHTSA FARS Database

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Vermont

University of Vermont Medical Center — Level I Trauma Center