Business Insurance frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Business Insurance
Business insurance what is it?
Business insurance is insurance that is intended to protect a business rather than the needs of an individual. There are many different types of business insurance available today but which one is right for you and your business? And what does it all mean? Here are some explanations to some of the legal terms used:
Negligence means failing in your 'duty of care' to your client, this can include giving incorrect advice or making a mistake.
Intellectual property - infringing copyrights, trademarks or broadcasting rights this includes passing your product off as someone elses or imitation.
Professional indemnity business insurance this insurance protects you for sums you have to pay as compensation to your clients because of problems with your work.
What can you insure your business premises against?
Your buildings and / or contents can be insured against:
Fire
Earthquake
Aircraft
Riot and malicious damage
Storm
Flood
Escape of water
Impact
Subsidence
Theft involving forcible and violent entry or exit
Other damage of an accidental nature
Business Interruption Insurance what is it?
Business Interruption Insurance covers Loss of Trading Profit due to interruption caused by an insured event for a selected indemnity period, usually minimum 12 months.
What information do I need to obtain quote for business insurance?
You will be required to give some or all of the following information in order to obtain a quotation:
your profession or industry
the level of cover youd like
your annual turnover, annual gross income, annual fee income - if the business is just starting up your estimated first years revenue
your business name, a contact name and a valid email address
your business trading address
answer a few questions about your business activities and previous claims history
the date you want cover to begin
your bank details
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