David Bell | Apr 23 2020 00:00
Starting a Business? 4 Commercial Insurance Policies to Consider
Insurance coverages to consider when starting a new company.
Are you thinking of starting your own business? If so, you could be joining the thousands of Americans who have taken a leap of faith and started their own company. Maybe you've found an untapped market or you've noticed people respond to your talents and you're ready to make some money. For a brand new business owner, it can be daunting to understand all of your insurance options. Fortunately, we've compiled a list of must-have coverages for the budding entrepreneur. Business owner's policy (BOP) A business owner's policy, or BOP, combines the protection of general liability insurance and property insurance into one convenient, discounted bundle for small businesses. It can offer coverage for:- Third-party lawsuits over bodily injury
- Third-party lawsuits over property damage
- Product liability lawsuits (if a customer sues you after being hurt by your product)
- Immediate medical expenses for third parties injured on your premises
- Theft, vandalism, or destruction of your business property - including your equipment, building, and supplies