Business Insurance Blog Posts

Businesses are required to carry workers’ compensation in all states except Texas. In many states, workers’ comp is required as soon as you hire your first employee. Other states tie coverage requirements to the number of employees you have. Talk with a licensed insurance agent to make sure you have the coverage you need.

Sole proprietors can protect their businesses by taking out business insurance. Start with general liability and commercial property policies, and then talk with your insurance rep about any recommended additional coverage.

We considered more than 10 different small business health insurance providers to create this list. We rated these providers based on how easy it is to get a quote, the type of plans offered, features specifically designed to benefit small businesses, member satisfaction, and overall coverage.

Commercial auto insurance covers vehicles used for business and the people who drive those vehicles for work. Some insurance companies limit the number of people who can be listed as drivers, however. Check with your insurance agent to make sure you have coverage for as many drivers as you need.

At its most basic, a business insurance quote is a document that shows what you could expect to pay for a policy from an insurance provider. Each business quote will be different due to the unique needs of each business and factors such as industry, number of employees, past insurance claims, and deductibles. 

Commercial truck insurance is a type of commercial auto insurance. More specifically, it’s a bundle of insurance policies that offer comprehensive protection for trucking businesses and independent owner-operators. The exact combination of insurance your business needs depends on the specifics of your operation.

While small business health insurance is an additional expense for your business, the benefits for both you and your employees are likely worth the cost. Potential tax benefits for your business and happier and more productive employees make adding health insurance as a benefit a win-win for your small business.

Business property insurance usually covers some but not all natural disasters. Certain types of natural disasters are almost always excluded from standard policies, including hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions. If you live in an area that’s vulnerable to those types of disasters, speak with your insurance provider to learn your options.

The most important kind of insurance for most small businesses is general liability insurance. Commercial property insurance is also important. You may be able to combine these two types of coverage into one policy, known as a business owner’s policy or BOP that lets you obtain coverage at a discount.

Most commercial renters insurance will cover damages to your business inventory, computers and electronic equipments, furnishings, and damages to the building caused by your business operations. Personal property is generally not covered. Damage from natural disasters or from faulty utilities may not be covered.