Small Business Insurance
Affordable, comprehensive insurance coverage designed for small businesses. Protect your livelihood with the right combination of policies.
Why Small Businesses Need Insurance
As a small business owner, you've invested your time, money, and passion into building your company. One lawsuit, natural disaster, or cyber attack could wipe out everything you've worked for.
Small business insurance protects your assets, covers legal costs, and ensures you can recover from unexpected setbacks. It's not just smart business practice - many clients, landlords, and lenders require proof of insurance before working with you.
Essential Coverage for Small Businesses
General Liability Insurance
The foundation of any business insurance program. Covers bodily injury, property damage, personal injury, and advertising injury claims from third parties.
Starting at $500/year • Most commonly required by clients and landlords
Business Owner's Policy (BOP)
Bundles general liability and commercial property insurance at a discounted rate. Perfect for small businesses with physical locations or equipment.
Starting at $1,200/year • Save 15-25% vs buying separately
Professional Liability (E&O)
Essential if you provide services or advice. Protects against claims of professional negligence, errors, and failure to deliver promised results.
Starting at $500/year • Required for consultants and service providers
Workers Compensation
Required by law in most states if you have employees. Covers medical costs and lost wages for work-related injuries and illnesses.
Varies by industry • Mandatory in most states with employees
Commercial Auto Insurance
Covers vehicles used for business purposes. Personal auto policies won't cover business use, leaving you exposed to major liability.
Starting at $1,200/year per vehicle • Required if you use vehicles for work
Cyber Liability Insurance
Critical if you store customer data or process payments. Covers data breaches, ransomware, and cyber attacks.
Starting at $1,000/year • Essential for businesses handling sensitive data
Coverage by Business Type
🏪 Retail Stores
💼 Professional Services
🔨 Contractors & Tradespeople
🍔 Restaurants & Food Service
What is a Business Owner's Policy (BOP)?
A BOP is a bundled insurance package that combines the most common coverages small businesses need:
Included in BOP
- ✓General Liability Insurance
- ✓Commercial Property Insurance
- ✓Business Interruption Coverage
- ✓Equipment Breakdown Coverage
BOP Benefits
- ✓Save 15-25% vs separate policies
- ✓Simplified application process
- ✓One policy to manage
- ✓Tailored for small businesses
Who should get a BOP? Ideal for small businesses with annual revenue under $5M, fewer than 100 employees, and office/retail space under 15,000 sq ft.
Real Small Business Claims
Hair Salon
A customer slips on a wet floor and breaks her wrist. She sues for $45,000 in medical expenses and lost wages. General liability insurance covers the claim.
Covered: Legal defense and settlement of $38,000
Accounting Firm
An accountant makes an error on a tax return that costs the client $15,000 in IRS penalties. The client demands compensation for the mistake.
Professional liability insurance covered the penalty and legal fees
Coffee Shop
A fire in the kitchen causes $75,000 in damage and forces the shop to close for two months. Insurance covers repairs and lost income.
BOP covered: Property damage repairs + business interruption income
How Much Does It Cost?
Small business insurance costs vary based on:
- •Industry: High-risk industries pay more (construction vs. consulting)
- •Revenue: Larger businesses typically pay higher premiums
- •Number of employees: More employees = higher costs
- •Location: Urban areas and high-risk states cost more
- •Coverage limits: Higher limits mean higher premiums
Low-Risk Business
$500 - $1,500/year
Consultants, home-based businesses
Moderate-Risk Business
$2,000 - $5,000/year
Retail, restaurants, offices with property
What's NOT Covered
Standard small business insurance typically does NOT cover:
- ×Employee injuries (need workers compensation)
- ×Professional errors (need professional liability)
- ×Data breaches (need cyber liability)
- ×Business vehicles (need commercial auto)
- ×Intentional wrongdoing or fraud
- ×Flood damage (need separate flood insurance)
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