Do I need both general liability and professional liability insurance?

Yes, most service-based businesses benefit from having both. General liability protects against physical risks such as slips and property damage, while professional liability covers professional mistakes and errors. Together, they provide comprehensive protection for your business.

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General & Professional Liability Coverage

Explore the essential differences between the two most common business insurance policies.
Learn how to protect your enterprise from third-party claims and professional liabilities

General & Professional

Essential General Liability insurance protection for businesses that interact, operate, and grow in the real world covering third-party bodily injury, property damage, and advertising injury claims.

Professional Liability (E&O)

Also known as Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance, this coverage protects service professionals from claims of negligence, errors, or professional mistakes. Learn how E&O insurance works and why it plays a critical role in protecting reputation and financial stability.

Medical Malpractice

Specialized liability coverage tailored for healthcare providers like therapists, counselors, and PAs. Understand how Malpractice insurance shields your career from patient claims and legal disputes.

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Workers' Compensation

Required in most states for businesses with employees, this policy covers medical costs and lost wages for work-related injuries. Learn about state mandates and how to protect your team from workplace risks.

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An overview of how liability and malpractice insurance for therapists and counselors protects mental health professionals from costly claims, legal fees, and settlements, providing peace of mind in their practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers about general liability, professional liability, and malpractice insurance.

General liability insurance covers physical risks like bodily injury and property damage to third parties. Professional liability (E&O) covers financial losses resulting from professional mistakes, negligence, or failure to deliver services as promised. Most businesses need both types of coverage.

Yes, most service-based businesses benefit from having both. General liability protects against physical risks (slips, property damage), while professional liability covers professional mistakes and errors. Together, they provide comprehensive protection for your business.

No, they are different coverages. General liability covers physical injuries and property damage, while professional liability covers financial losses from professional services. They complement each other but do not overlap in coverage.