Vermont Medical Malpractice Law at a Glance
Statute of Limitations
3 years from act or 2 from discovery
Discovery Rule
2 years from discovery, 7-year limit
Damage Cap
None
Key Statute
VT medical malpractice law
State-specific statutes and case law govern filing deadlines and damage limitations.
Filing Exceptions & Tolling Provisions in Vermont
The following exceptions may extend or modify the standard filing deadline in Vermont:
- Minors: tolled until 18
- Fraudulent concealment tolls
- Certificate of merit required
Medical Malpractice in Vermont
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