As an attorney, you’d rather practice law than be named as a defendant. From premises liability to advertising injuries, you know exactly how costly litigation can be. Business insurance can pay for settlements and other expenses from a lawsuit, allowing you to carry on with your work.
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These business insurance policies cover the most common risks faced by lawyers, attorneys, and law firms.
Note: Insureon cannot provide quotes for professional liability insurance for lawyers, also called legal malpractice insurance.
A business owner's policy, or BOP, is a cost-effective way to buy general liability coverage and commercial property insurance together. Most small firms are eligible.
General liability insurance protects against basic third-party risks at a law firm. It can help pay medical expenses and legal costs if a client sues over an injury at your office.
Most states require workers' comp for law practices with employees. It also protects sole proprietors from work injury costs that health insurance might deny.
Commercial auto insurance covers financial losses when a legal help firm's vehicle is involved in an accident. Most states require this coverage for vehicles owned by a business.
This policy helps legal professionals survive data breaches and cyberattacks. It’s strongly recommended for small businesses that store personal information.
Fidelity bonds, a type of surety bond, reimburse customers in the event of employee theft. Some clients, like those in financial services, may require a bond before they'll work with your law firm.
A lawyer who works independently will typically pay less for insurance than a larger law firm.
Some factors insurance companies consider that affect premiums during underwriting include:
It's easy to get law firm insurance if you have your company information on hand. Our application will ask for basic facts about your business, such as revenue and number of employees. You can buy a policy online and get a certificate of insurance with Insureon in three easy steps:
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Yes, there are several reasons a lawyer, attorney, or firm that handles legal issues may be required to carry insurance. Some of these reasons include:
While the policies mentioned above, like workers' compensation and professional liability coverage, provide valuable protection for lawyers, attorneys, and law firms, businesses that offer legal services often also invest in the following types of coverage:
Although not an insurance policy, another coverage to consider is a hold harmless agreement. Sometimes called an indemnity agreement, this protection ensures your clients won't sue your business in certain situations.