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What Is Professional Liability Insurance?
Professional liability insurance, also known as malpractice or errors and omission (E&O) insurance, protects professionals against claims of negligence or malpractice. The special coverage from professional liability insurance is not included in your homeowner’s or business owner’s policies.
For example, a CrossFit instructor owns a gym and offers multiple training courses and fitness programs throughout the year. One day she's faced with a lawsuit from a participant in the training course. The woman filing the suit claims a personal injury from the directions of the instructor.
Professional liability insurance would cover the legal defense costs and settlement fees related to this claim. It doesn't matter if the CrossFit instructor was actually found liable for the injury.
For example, a CrossFit instructor owns a gym and offers multiple training courses and fitness programs throughout the year. One day she's faced with a lawsuit from a participant in the training course. The woman filing the suit claims a personal injury from the directions of the instructor.
Professional liability insurance would cover the legal defense costs and settlement fees related to this claim. It doesn't matter if the CrossFit instructor was actually found liable for the injury.
Avoid Financial Losses From Liability Claims
Consider if you were an accountant managing 401k portfolios for customers. It is part of your job duties to buy and trade on your customers' behalf. If your actions (intentional or by mistake) led to a substantial loss for your client, they could sue you.
Other examples of professional liability include:
Protect your business and livelihood with the right insurance coverage.
Other examples of professional liability include:
- An interior designer causes structural damage to a client's home
- A photographer loses the hard drive with a client's wedding photos
- A surgeon leaves an item inside a patient during a procedure
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A life coach offers advice that a client uses to justify questionable financial decisions
Protect your business and livelihood with the right insurance coverage.
Do I need professional liability insurance?
If you offer professional services directly to customers or frequently give advice to your clients, you will need professional liability insurance. Some states or job contracts will require you to have this type of business insurance before completing your work.
Examples of professional services that would need professional liability insurance include:
Examples of professional services that would need professional liability insurance include:
- Beauty technicians such as hair, nail, or makeup artists
- Counselors and therapists
- Finance and business consultants
- Fitness coaches, personal trainers, and dieticians
- Photographers and other creative freelancers
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And many more
What does professional liability insurance cover?
Professional liability insurance covers claims related to:
Losses and claims that occur on or after the retroactive date of your policy would be eligible for coverage.
- Negligence
- Misrepresentation
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Inaccurate advice
Losses and claims that occur on or after the retroactive date of your policy would be eligible for coverage.
What is NOT covered with professional liability?
Your professional liability insurance is just one part of a comprehensive business insurance plan. You'll still need general liability insurance to cover falls, slips, and property damage anyone might experience in relation to your business.
Professional liability insurance may not include cyber liability like a data breach or other technology issues. If your business deals with private client information, it is important you talk to your agent about cyber liability coverages.
Unless you are an independent contractor, you'll also need workers’ compensation insurance to cover your employees' work-related injuries and illnesses.
Professional liability insurance may not include cyber liability like a data breach or other technology issues. If your business deals with private client information, it is important you talk to your agent about cyber liability coverages.
Unless you are an independent contractor, you'll also need workers’ compensation insurance to cover your employees' work-related injuries and illnesses.
How much does professional liability insurance cost?
The cost of your insurance will depend on the unique traits of your business or service.
Some factors that can affect your professional liability insurance cost include:
Some factors that can affect your professional liability insurance cost include:
- Business industry
- Size and location
- Years of operation
- Claims history
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Coverage limits and deductibles
Do you have a question about professional liability insurance?
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In 2022, Guardian Insurance Group was voted in the top three for Best Insurance Agency by the DeSoto Times-Tribune. This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the agency's team. Guardian Insurance Group has locations in Memphis, TN, Southaven, MS and Byhalia, MS and is committed to providing clients with the personalized and unique service they deserve.
Guardian Insurance Group is committed to providing clients with the best possible service. They have a team of experienced and knowledgeable agents who are dedicated to helping their customers find the right insurance coverage for their needs. Guardian Insurance Group also offers a variety of online resources to help their customers manage their insurance policies.
In 2022, Guardian Insurance Group was voted in the top three for Best Insurance Agency by the DeSoto Times-Tribune. This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the agency's team. Guardian Insurance Group has locations in Memphis, TN, Southaven, MS and Byhalia, MS and is committed to providing clients with the personalized and unique service they deserve.
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