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WorkersCompDeadline
Last verified May 4, 2026Verified statute

Vermontworkers' comp filing deadline

Proceedings to initiate claim may not be commenced after 3 years from date of injury (§660(a)). Initial 6-month claim window can be extended on showing employer knowledge or no prejudice.

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Notice to employer

Notice 'as soon as practicable' after injury; claim for compensation must be made within 6 months of date of injury, with relief available on showing of employer knowledge or no prejudice (§656; §660)

Filing with the state

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Proceedings to initiate claim may not be commenced after 3 years from date of injury (§660(a)). Initial 6-month claim window can be extended on showing employer knowledge or no prejudice.

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Last verified May 4, 2026

Exceptions and tolling

Statute-of-limitations rules have many exceptions that can extend or pause the clock. The most common in Vermont:

  • Death claim deadline

    Survivors filing for death benefits typically have 3 years from date of death. This calculator does not yet handle death claims; consult a lawyer for those.

Attribution

Last verified
May 4, 2026
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Primary source
https://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/section/21/009/00660