professional liability insurance
If you’re considering insuring your cannabis business, you might not have thought about professional liability policies. But if you own a business in the cannabis industry—especially one that provides services to customers for a fee—you should consider this crucial coverage of professional liability insurance.
Professional liability coverage is also known as errors and omissions (E&O) insurance. This type of insurance can protect your cannabis business against claims of misrepresentation and negligence.
Unlike other types of insurance, it doesn’t cover physical injury or property damage. Instead, it covers professional mistakes that cause financial injury.
Why Does Your Cannabusiness Need Errors and Omissions Insurance?
No cannabis business owner sets out to fail, but mistakes happen. And if you have employees, the risk of errors (even unintentional ones) increases.
GreenCore recommends that your cannabis business in all states where cannabis is legal carry general liability insurance. And in many cases, it’s the law.
However, general liability does not include professional liability or E&O insurance. This additional coverage offers even further protection for your business if a claim is made against your or your employees.
Frequently, cannabusinesses purchase a one-size-fits-all general liability policy, assuming they will be covered if a claim is filed against them. However, reading the fine print and being aware of policy exclusions is crucial. If you do not have additional professional liability coverage, you could risk facing a costly lawsuit without financial support.
What Does Professional Liability Insurance Cover?
At its core, professional liability insurance protects your cannabusiness in the event that someone sues you for making a mistake. Some common accusations include:
Failure to deliver a product or service on time
Professional failure to meet a specific standard of client care
Breach of contract
Errors or mistakes in your work
Copyright infringement
Misrepresenting yourself or your business
Negligence, oversight, or carelessness
Do you need errors and omissions coverage? That depends on your unique role in the cannabis supply chain. Our experts at GreenCore Specialty Insurance can help you identify your potential risks and find a cannabis E&O policy to meet your needs. For more information on professional liability cannabis insurance, reach out today.
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