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Vermont Negligence Laws<\/h1>\n
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Maybe it was a fender bender in traffic on your way to Smugglers Notch State Park. Or maybe you slipped on your neighbor’s property that they never shovel. Either way, if you’re injured and you think it was someone else’s fault, you may be asking yourself if you can make a negligence claim<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

So how does such a claim work, and what are the laws in Vermont regarding how much you can get for your injuries?<\/p>\r\n

Continue reading for a brief summary of negligence laws in Vermont.<\/p>\r\n

General Negligence Law<\/h2>\r\n

Negligence describes a situation when someone owes a duty to another person and fails in that duty, therefore becoming liable for any resulting injuries. For instance, a restaurant owner who mops the slippery floor and doesn’t put up a "Wet Floor" sign could be considered negligent.<\/p>\r\n

Elements of a Negligence Case<\/h2>\r\n

There are several elements of a negligence case<\/a> you must prove in court in order for your negligence claim to be successful:<\/p>\r\n