How Long to Sue
12 V.S.A. § 511 — six years for most civil actions, three for assault, libel and injuries
| Kind of claim | Time from when it accrues |
|---|---|
| Kind of claimA civil action not otherwise provided for | Time from when it accruesSix years |
| Kind of claimDiscrimination in housing, public accommodations or employment | Time from when it accruesSix years |
| Kind of claimAssault and battery, false imprisonment, slander and libel | Time from when it accruesThree years |
| Kind of claimPersonal injury, from discovery of the injury, and damage to personal property | Time from when it accruesThree years |
| Kind of claimUnpaid wages under the wage payment section | Time from when it accruesTwo years |
Sources for this section (4)
- 12 V.S.A. § 511 — Civil action
- 12 V.S.A. § 512 — Assault and battery; false imprisonment; slander and libel; injuries to person or property
- 12 V.S.A. § 520 — Payment of wages
- 12 V.S.A. § 525 — Actions based on discrimination
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Vermont attorney.