Professional Liability Coverage (E&O)
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Overview
A quick search will show that allegations against professionals are increasingly common—and costly. Once a claim is made, expenses can add up quickly, even if you’re not at fault. While some believe incorporating a business fully protects personal assets, corporate directors can still be held personally responsible for significant costs. At Wells Insurance Services, we want you to focus on doing your job without worrying about professional exposure. Professional Liability Insurance helps defend you and your staff against allegations of negligence, errors, omissions, or misrepresentation—whether the claim is valid or exaggerated.
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FAQs
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What does Professional Liability Insurance cover?
In general, Professional Liability (also known as Errors and Omissions) covers you against allegations brought by a third party (i.e., a client) seeking damages resulting from a negligent or wrongful act, error, omission or arising from your profession and within your scope of practice.
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Professional Liability Insurance is a "claims-made" policy. What does "claims-made" mean?
“Claims-made” refers to the fact that you must have an active policy in place both when the incident occurred, and when the claim was reported (i.e. made) to the insurer.
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Do I need my own Professional Liability policy if I am employed full-time?
No, if you are employed full-time you are likely covered under your employer’s liability, unless you have been told otherwise. HOWEVER, if you are working on contract or part-time, you most likely do need to purchase your own Professional Liability policy.
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What do I do if I receive a statment of claim?
Once you are aware of an actual or potential claim, report it to us immediately. Please refrain from making written or oral statements, and do not offer to compensate or admit liability. Taking such actions could interfere in the insurer’s ability to manage the claim.