Business Insurance in Arizona

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Which insurance policies are recommended for Arizona businesses?

Arizona small businesses most often buy these insurance products.

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General liability insurance

A commercial general liability policy is important for all Arizona businesses. It covers basic third-party risks, such as slip-and-fall injuries, and is often required for a commercial lease.

BEST FOR
  • Customer injuries at your business
  • Damaged customer property
  • Libel or slander lawsuits
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Workers’ compensation insurance

Workers’ comp is required for Arizona businesses that have any number of employees. It also protects sole proprietors from work injury costs that health insurance might deny.

BEST FOR
  • Employee medical expenses
  • Disability benefits
  • Lawsuits from employee injuries
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Commercial auto insurance

This policy is required for business-owned vehicles in Arizona. It covers injuries and property damage in an accident, along with vehicle theft, vandalism, and weather damage.

BEST FOR
  • Accidents involving business vehicles
  • Theft of a business-owned vehicle
  • Damage to a company vehicle
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Business owner's policy

A BOP bundles commercial property insurance and general liability coverage in one plan. It's often the most cost-effective type of commercial insurance for an Arizona business.

BEST FOR
  • Customer injuries
  • Damaged customer property
  • Damaged business property
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Professional liability insurance

This liability insurance coverage for professional services helps pay for client lawsuits related to mistakes and oversights. It's also called errors and omissions insurance (E&O).

BEST FOR
  • Work mistakes and oversights
  • Professional negligence lawsuits
  • Late or incomplete work
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Errors and omissions insurance

E&O, sometimes called professional liability insurance, is common with professional services in Arizona. It can cover the cost of lawsuits related to your work performance.

BEST FOR
  • Missed deadlines
  • Accusations of negligence
  • Errors and oversights
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Cyber insurance

This policy helps Arizona businesses survive data breaches and cyberattacks by paying for client notification costs, legal fees, and other related expenses.

BEST FOR
  • Data breach lawsuits
  • Client notification expenses
  • Fraud monitoring costs
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Commercial umbrella insurance

Umbrella insurance boosts coverage on your general liability insurance, commercial auto insurance, and employer's liability insurance when the underlying policy reaches its limit.

BEST FOR
  • Customer lawsuits
  • Auto accident lawsuits
  • Employee injury lawsuits
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Commercial property insurance

This policy covers the value of a business's physical structure and its contents, such as inventory, equipment, and furniture. Bundle it with general liability coverage in a BOP for savings.

BEST FOR
  • Fire
  • Theft and vandalism
  • Weather damage
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Which business insurance policies are required in Arizona?

State laws can affect which types of business insurance you need to carry. These policies are required everywhere in Arizona, from Phoenix to Tucson.

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Workers' compensation insurance

Arizona state law [PDF] requires all businesses that regularly have at least one employee, full-time or part-time, to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Some coverage exceptions include independent contractors, casual or occasional workers, and domestic workers who are only employed in a home.

Workers' comp covers medical bills for work-related injuries and illness, such as a cleaning company employee becoming sick from cleaner fumes. It also provides disability benefits to injured workers, and protects Arizona business owners from liability over an injury.

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Commercial auto insurance

All business-owned vehicles in Arizona must be covered by commercial auto insurance. Arizona's minimum requirements for auto insurance are:

  • $25,000 bodily injury liability per person
  • $50,000 bodily injury liability per accident
  • $15,000 property damage liability per accident

Trucking companies may need additional coverage to comply with regulations.

Though it's not required, personal vehicles driven for work purposes should be covered by hired and non-owned auto insurance (HNOA), as personal auto policies usually exclude business use. It can be added to general liability insurance or a business owner's policy (BOP).

How much does small business insurance cost in AZ?

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Commercial insurance can be affordable for small business owners. Average costs in Arizona are:

General liability: $42 per month
Workers' comp: $39 per month
Professional liability/E&O: $59 per month

Factors that influence business insurance costs include:

  • Your industry and risks
  • Business operations
  • Number of employees
  • Policy limits and deductibles

How to get insurance for your Arizona business

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FAQs about Arizona business insurance

Review answers to frequently asked questions about Arizona insurance.

How do I get a certificate of insurance for my business?

Insureon's licensed agents can help you find business liability insurance that fulfills Arizona's requirements and protects against financial loss. Once you've purchased insurance with us, you can download a certificate of insurance by logging into your account.

Can my company be held liable for a data security breach?

Yes – that's why cyber insurance is so crucial. Hackers are three times more likely to target small businesses, as they often have fewer resources to combat a threat.

Arizona's data breach laws require businesses, from Phoenix to Flagstaff, to report security breaches to affected residents, and the costs can escalate quickly. Cyber liability insurance lessens the financial impact by paying for notification costs, legal fees, and fines.

Does my industry affect state insurance requirements?

Yes, your state may have special requirements for business insurance coverage and bonds for your industry. You may also need a license depending on the work you do.

Contractors often need to carry general liability insurance or surety bonds to perform certain types of work. Having the right insurance and bonds helps you comply with state licensing requirements.

Professionals who offer advice or services, such as real estate agents and brokers, sometimes need professional liability insurance to get licensed in their state.

Cannabis businesses in Arizona are not required to carry cannabis business insurance in order to operate legally. However, coverage is strongly recommended to keep your business protected.

Note that cities and counties may have their own laws, in addition to state laws.

How can I save money on Arizona business insurance?

As with any purchase, shopping around is one of the best ways to find an affordable option. With Insureon, you can compare quotes from top-rated insurance carriers by filling out a free online application.

Other ways to save include bundling policies for a discount, and choosing less expensive policy options, such as lower limits on commercial liability insurance. Learn more about how to find cheap business insurance.

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