Vermont Motor Vehicle Accident Settlement Calculator
Vermont's 51% bar for comparative fault means you can still recover in a car accident case as long as you are not more than 50% at fault. In a two-car collision where fault is split 50/50, you can still recover 50% of your damages. This is slightly more favorable than 50% bar states, where equal fault eliminates recovery entirely.
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How Vermont Law Affects Your Motor Vehicle Accident Case
You have 3 years to file suit in Vermont, a deadline that is in line with the national average of 2.8 years. This is a standard timeframe, but acting sooner preserves evidence and strengthens your position. Vermont does apply a discovery rule, which can adjust the starting point of the limitations period when the injury was not immediately discoverable.
Vermont requires all drivers to carry minimum liability insurance of $25K per person / $50K per accident in bodily injury coverage and $10K in property damage coverage (commonly written as 25/50/10). These minimums are below the national average, meaning many drivers in Vermont may carry only enough insurance to cover a fraction of the costs from a serious accident. Vermont also requires uninsured motorist (UM) coverage of at least $50K per person, which protects you if the at-fault driver has no insurance.
Steps After a Car Accident in Vermont
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident in Vermont, prioritize your safety, call 911, and document everything at the scene. Obtain a copy of the police report, photograph vehicle damage and road conditions, and collect contact information from witnesses. Seek medical evaluation as soon as possible — a gap between the accident and medical treatment can be used by the insurance company to argue your injuries were not caused by the collision.
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This calculator uses Vermont's statutes as of 2026-03-06. Laws change frequently. This tool provides estimates for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current rules with a Vermont-licensed attorney before making decisions about your case. Learn about our methodology.
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