Vermont § 639 - Death, payment to dependents
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 639 — Death, payment to dependents, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 639. Death, payment to dependents
- In cases of the death of a person from any cause other than the accident during the
period of payments for disability or for the permanent injury, the remaining payments
for disability then due or for the permanent injury shall be made to the person’s
dependents according to the provisions of sections 635 and 636 of this title, or if there are none, the remaining amount due, but not more than the actual burial
and funeral expenses not to exceed $10,000.00 and the actual expenses for out-of-state
transportation of the decedent to the place of burial not to exceed $5,000.00, shall
be paid in a lump sum to the proper person.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 639
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 639 cover?
Section 639 ("Death, payment to dependents") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 639?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 639" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 639 apply to my situation?
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