The applicability of commercial general liability insurance to independent contractors largely depends on how the contractor is classified within the policy and the nature of the work being performed.

If you're starting a contracting business, whether it's in construction, electrical, or plumbing, you need to be aware of your state's and clients' requirements regarding general liability insurance ...

We can learn quite a lot from a legal challenge faced by other business organizations in the same industry. In September, we noticed that a large health care system operating in seven states west of ...

General liability insurance for electrical contractors costs, on average, $48 per month. The total cost of coverage will depend on the type of insurance purchased, the coverage limits selected, the ...

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A subcontractor hired by a general contractor (GC) for a construction project has a certain scope of work, usually spelled out in a contract between the two. Included may be safety responsibilities to ...

You need a general liability insurance policy in order to get a certificate of liability insurance. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate ...

An injury to a customer or client can sink a small business. General liability insurance can protect you against liability for injuries, damages and other claims. You can get coverage either as part ...

Last month, two key legal developments in the area of independent contractor misclassification and compliance highlighted the risks posed to customer service companies that use an independent ...

The specifics of small-business policies depend on the industry and whether you have employees, among other factors. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...