Vermont § 5604 - Payment
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 5604 — Payment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5604. Payment
- (a) Any award made or compromise or settlement against the State of Vermont agreed upon
by the Attorney General shall be paid by the State Treasurer out of the appropriations
of the department concerned. In the event an award is made or a compromise or settlement
is agreed upon as the result of the acts or omissions of a State employee not connected
with or employed by any agency, such award shall be paid by the State Treasurer out
of the Treasury, and the Emergency Board shall reimburse the State Treasurer therefor
from time to time. (b) If the State elects to self-insure for liability as defined in 12 V.S.A. § 5601, any award, compromise, or settlement against the State of Vermont agreed to by the
Attorney General shall be paid by the Treasurer from the liability self-insurance
fund. (c) To the extent that an award, settlement, or compromise is covered by a policy of liability
insurance, payment will be governed by the terms of the policy. (Added 1961, No. 265, § 4, eff. Oct. 1, 1961; amended 1989, No. 114, § 4, eff. June 20, 1989; 1989, No. 163 (Adj. Sess.), § 4.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 5604
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 5604 cover?
Section 5604 ("Payment") 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 § 5604?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 5604" (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 § 5604 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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