If I Am Hit By An Out-of-State Driver In Vermont Does That Mean I Have To Go Out-of-State To Make The Claim?
Generally, no. Vermont has a statute that causes out-of-state drivers to submit to the jurisdiction of Vermont by the fact that they have used Vermont’s roads during their travels. In other words, if they are driving on the roads resulting in an accident they have, by law, agreed to be sued in Vermont.
Our clients come from all parts of Vermont – in Rutland, St. Albans, Manchester, Bennington, Springfield, Londonderry, Brattleboro, Woodstock, Montpelier, Wilmington, the Northeast Kingdom, Burlington and anywhere else where there is jurisdiction in the State of Vermont. We also represent people from other states who have had accidents in Vermont. If you have a personal injury problem contact us for a free consultation.
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