Being an independent agent is risky: an inaccurate explanation, miscommunication, or expired policy could lead to a lawsuit that could bankrupt your business. Now that you run your own business and are no longer covered by an employer's liability coverage, you'll need your own insurance to protect your business.
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Insurance for Independent Agents
Insurance for Independent Agents
Your insurance needs will depend on your business's size and the risks it faces. The following insurance policies can all be customized to cover agent liability:
- General Liability Insurance covers third-party claims, such as slip-and-fall accidents, personal injury lawsuits, and property damage lawsuits.
- Property Insurance reimburses you for lost, stolen, or damaged property. Property Insurance typically includes coverage for fires, theft, and some weather damage.
- Business Owner's Policy bundles General Liability and Property Insurance and usually costs less than buying them separately. It's a smart way for agents to save on coverage.
- Errors and Omissions Insurance (Professional Liability Insurance) covers lawsuit costs and settlements for disputes about your work.
- Workers' Compensation Insurance is usually required by state law. Employers need this insurance to cover their employees' medical costs and lost wages due to a work-related injury.
- Umbrella Insurance boosts your coverage General Liability, Hired and Non-Owned Auto Liability, and Employer's Liability, adding $1 million in lawsuit coverage (note: Umbrella doesn't add coverage for E&O).
- Cyber Liability Insurance pays for the cost to investigate and repair data breaches.
- Commercial Auto Insurance covers auto accident costs (i.e., repairs, lawsuits, and damages).
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