How Is Contractors General Liability Insurance Different From Standard Commercial Liability Insurance?
Posted: June 19, 2020
Any business needs general liability insurance. Contractors, subcontractors, and independent tradesmen need this type of coverage, not only to protect their business, but often as a requirement for the job. Trades that need contractors general liability insurance include construction, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, painters, and masons. What Is Standard Commercial Liability Insurance? Commercial general liability (CGL) insurance protects a business from financial loss due to liability...
What Will My General Liability Insurance Cover?
Posted: March 19, 2020
General liability insurance is one of the most important types of insurance you can buy to protect your business. It is a broad type of coverage that provides protection against general risks. General liability coverage protects you from third-party claims made against your business, such as bodily injury and property damage. It does not cover workplace injuries sustained by your employees – those are covered...
How Safe Is Your Parking Lot?
Posted: December 14, 2018
Businesses can be held liable for injuries that occur on their premises, and that includes parking lots. Depending on the type of business you have, the parking lot may be the most dangerous area on your property. If your parking lot is not owned and managed by a third party and is therefore your responsibility, discuss parking lot safety with your business lawyer and business...
Do You Need Business Insurance When Working Out Of Your Home?
Posted: November 2, 2017
Many small businesses in the U.S. today are home-based. For a small business owner or entrepreneur, working out of the home has many advantages. It is convenient, cost-effective, and comfortable, and you can skip the daily commute and wear pajamas or sweats all day if you like. However, conducting business in the comfort and convenience of your own home does not make it risk-free. You...
General Liability Insurance & Why Your Business Needs It
Posted: April 1, 2017
As a business owner, you take every step you can to ensure the safety of your clients and the quality of the products and services you provide. We can't know every type of incident that can occur in the course of doing business, and general liability insurance provides vital protection for when something unexpected happens. Not only will this coverage protect your financial health when...