Vermont

Workers' Compensation Quick Reference

Educational purposes only. Not legal advice. WC rules change frequently — verify with Vermont Department of Labor.

Report to Employer

As soon as possible

File WC Claim

6 years

6 years from injury

TTD Benefit Rate

66.67% of AWW

Max Weekly Benefit

$1,511

TTD cap

Waiting Period

3 days

Before benefits begin

Retroactive After

10 days

Waiting period paid back if disabled longer

Can You Sue Your Employer?

Exclusive remedy — cannot sue employer in most cases.

Even if you can't sue your employer, you may be able to sue a third party — equipment manufacturers, property owners, other contractors. Learn more about third-party claims →

Official WC Board

Vermont Department of Labor

https://labor.vermont.gov/workers-compensation →

File complaints, check claim status, and access forms at the official state WC board website.

Calculate Your Vermont Benefits

Benefits Calculator →

Estimate your weekly TTD benefit in Vermont

Check Reporting Deadline →

How many days do you have left to report your injury in Vermont?

AWW Calculator →

Calculate your Average Weekly Wage correctly

Impairment Rating Value →

What does your impairment rating mean in dollars?

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