Workers Compensation in Vermont
State-specific overview · Employment Law
Vermont requires all employers with one or more employee to maintain workers' compensation insurance coverage.
How Vermont treats Workers Compensation
Vermont mandates coverage through the state fund or approved private insurers for employers with even a single employee. The state provides medical benefits, disability payments, and vocational rehabilitation. Vermont also allows injured workers to pursue additional claims for employer negligence in certain circumstances, preserving some common-law remedies alongside the workers' compensation system.
The general definition of Workers Compensation
Insurance that provides medical benefits and wage replacement to employees injured during work.
Workers compensation is a form of insurance that employers are required to carry to protect employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. When an employee is hurt at work, workers compensation covers medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and a portion of lost wages while the employee recovers. In exchange, the employee generally gives up the right to sue the employer for the injury. The system is designed to provide quick, predictable benefits without the need for a lawsuit. Benefits vary by state and depend on the severity of the injury.
Read the full Workers Compensation entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Vermont.