• General liability for the insurance

    General liability insurance can help protect your business from the unknown
    Business liability insurance coverage is something most businesses simply must have, so it’s essential that you understand what it does and doesn't cover.
    Here are some general liability insurance coverage rules of thumb. To be sure about your specific business needs, be sure to consult with a qualified business insurance agent.
    What’s typically protected
    • Lawsuits, investigations and settlements
    • Medical expenses, attorney fees and damages you are legally responsible for
    What's typically not protected
    • Employee injuries
    • Professional liability
    • Auto-related coverage
    • Punitive damages
    • Intentional acts


    Choose the Right Small Business Insurance
    Small businesses come in all different sizes and so should small business insurance. Help protect your company with liability insurance, property insurance and other commercial coverages that address your company’s specific needs.

    Types of Small Business Insurance
    At its most basic level, small business insurance should help protect your company's property, income and safeguard you against liability claims. There is not just one single type of small business insurance policy, but our business owner’s policy combines three essential coverages – business property, general liability and business income insurance – under one powerful policy.

    • Business property insurance – Helps protect the physical location that your business owns or leases as well as property such as tools, equipment and inventory.
    • General liability insurance – Helps protect your business from the financial costs of property damage, bodily injury, personal and advertising injury claims made against your business.
    • Business income insurance – Helps replace lost income when you are unable to conduct business due to a covered loss like a theft or fire.
    Extending Your Small Business Insurance
    As your small business grows, you may need more insurance. The Hartford offers a wide selection of business coverages to address the specific needs of different companies, so select your coverage and get your small business insurance quote. Many small businesses also choose:

    • Workers' compensation insurance – If you have employees, most states require workers’ comp. This coverage provides benefits to employees for work-related injuries and illnesses.
    • Commercial auto insurance – If you or your employees use a vehicle for work, consider adding commercial auto to your insurance policy. This coverage helps cover costs arising from a covered work-related auto accident.

    The Hartford Difference for Your Small Business
    You can rest assured knowing that whatever your coverage needs, The Hartford can help you find the right insurance for your small business. Our specialists will work with you to assess the risks your business may face and help you select coverages that suit your needs – get a quote today and find out how The Hartford can help you protect your small business.

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