Coverage

The policies small business owners actually get asked for.

We match quote requests for the coverage below. Descriptions are general education — your matched licensed partner confirms what applies to your business and state.

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General Liability

Third-party injury and property damage claims — the coverage most contracts require.

Who needs it: Almost every business with customers, job sites, or a commercial lease. Usually the policy a client or landlord demands on a certificate of insurance.

Commonly covers

  • Customer slip-and-fall injuries
  • Damage you cause to a client's property
  • Advertising and reputational injury claims
  • Legal defense costs, even for claims that go nowhere

Workers' Compensation

Medical costs and lost wages when an employee is hurt on the job.

Who needs it: Required in nearly every state as soon as you have employees. Rules for owners, officers, and 1099 crews vary by state.

Commonly covers

  • Medical treatment for on-the-job injuries
  • A portion of lost wages during recovery
  • Rehabilitation and return-to-work costs
  • Employer liability for workplace injury suits

Commercial Auto

Vans, trucks, and fleets used for business, including hired and non-owned.

Who needs it: Any business with titled vehicles, or employees driving personal cars for work.

Commonly covers

  • Liability for accidents in business vehicles
  • Physical damage to owned vans and trucks
  • Hired and non-owned auto exposure
  • Tools and equipment in transit (by endorsement)

Business Owner's Policy

General liability plus property, bundled for storefronts and offices.

Who needs it: Storefronts, offices, and light-risk operations under roughly $5M in revenue.

Commonly covers

  • General liability coverage
  • Building and business personal property
  • Business income after a covered shutdown
  • Equipment breakdown (by endorsement)

Professional Liability (E&O)

Claims of negligent work, missed deadlines, or bad advice.

Who needs it: Consultants, agencies, IT, design, accounting, real estate, and anyone paid for expertise.

Commonly covers

  • Claims of negligent or incomplete work
  • Missed deadlines and cost overruns
  • Bad advice or faulty recommendations
  • Defense costs for professional disputes

Cyber Liability

Breach response, data restoration, and liability after an incident.

Who needs it: Any business that stores customer data, takes card payments, or runs on cloud tools.

Commonly covers

  • Breach notification and credit monitoring
  • Ransomware negotiation and data restoration
  • Third-party liability after a data incident
  • Business interruption from a network event

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