Vermont § 645 - Amount payable
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 645 — Amount payable, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 645. Amount payable
- (a) In case of an injury enumerated in section 644 of this title, the employer shall pay to the injured employee 66⅔ percent of the employee’s average
weekly wages, computed as provided in section 650 of this title and subject to the maximum and minimum weekly compensation rates, for the duration
of the employee’s permanent total disability, but in no event shall the employee receive
benefits for less than 330 weeks. Benefits under this section shall continue beyond
330 weeks if the injury results in the loss of actual earnings or earning capacity
after the injured employee is as far restored as the permanent character of the injuries
will permit and results in the employee having no reasonable prospect of finding regular
employment. (b) The amount of compensation payable under this section shall not include the payment
of compensation under sections 640, 642, and 646. However, the payment of compensation
under this section shall not occur until after the termination of compensation under
section 642 or 646, or both. (Amended 1959, No. 191, § 3; 1963, No. 191, § 4; 1965, No. 67, § 3; 1967, No. 122, § 7; 1977, No. 182 (Adj. Sess.), § 11, eff. May 3, 1978; 1981, No. 204 (Adj. Sess.), § 7.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 645
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 645 cover?
Section 645 ("Amount payable") 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 § 645?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 645" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 645 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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