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Statute of Limitations
Vermont has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (12 VSA § 512). Modified comparative fault with 51% bar. Claims against VTrans or state entities require compliance with the Vermont Tort Claims Act (12 VSA § 5601) — notice within 90 days. Vermont's rural character means many crashes involve extended waits for emergency response.
3 years from date of accident
Vermont Data
Exposure in Vermont
Source: VTrans Commercial Vehicle Data 2024
Source: NHTSA FARS 2024
Source: Vermont EMS System Data
Medical Resources
Clinics & Specialists in Vermont
University of Vermont Medical Center — Level I Trauma Center
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