Coverage guide
Business Insurance
Small business insurance may include general liability, commercial property, business interruption, workers compensation, commercial auto, professional liability, cyber, and other coverage depending on operations.
What it covers
- General liability
- Commercial property
- Business interruption
- Workers compensation
- Professional liability
- Commercial auto
Who commonly researches it
- Small business owners
- Freelancers with client contracts
- Home-based business owners
- Employers
When people commonly buy
- Before signing leases or client contracts
- Before hiring employees
- Before buying equipment or inventory
Coverage considerations
- A BOP can bundle common coverages
- Workers compensation rules vary by state
- Professional services may need E&O coverage
Common exclusions
- Professional errors under general liability
- Flood unless covered
- Cyber incidents without cyber coverage
- Employee injuries outside workers comp terms
Cost factors
- Industry
- Revenue
- Payroll
- Location
- Claims history
- Coverage limits
- Employee count
Comparison checklist
- Map contracts to coverage requirements
- Check certificate needs
- Review business interruption triggers
- Ask about professional liability
FAQ
What is a business owner's policy?
A BOP commonly bundles general liability, commercial property, and business interruption coverage for eligible small businesses.
Is workers compensation optional?
State rules vary, but many employers are required to carry workers compensation once they have employees.