Comprehensive PL cover that fits your individual business's needs.
Public liability insurance covers you for injury or property damage to your clients, suppliers, contractors or members of the public.
from £5.35
/month 1
1 Includes insurance premium tax
Slips, trips, smashes and crashes – accidents are part of life. But if you or one of your employees causes an injury or property damage to a member of the public, the legal fees and compensation could be crippling.
If the worst happens, public liability insurance will pick up the bill.
Many companies now insist that their suppliers have public liability insurance, so you could be at a competitive disadvantage if you don't.
Some bigger clients could request a minimum of £5 million or even £10 million in cover, so you'll need a policy that matches their requirements.
The rise of 'no win, no fee' services has made the chances of a facing a claim more likely, however real or spurious it may be.
It only takes an allegation that you've done something wrong and these services make it easy to claim against you.
You should keep an eye on your PL cover over time, as the level you need is likely to change as your business grows and evolves. This means reviewing your needs on at least an annual basis, or you could be in for a nasty shock if anything does go wrong.
We've all been there. You doze off for a second or leave something in a precarious position, and all of a sudden - crash! Mistakes and accidents happen in business, however much you try to avoid them. But, if the actions of you or one of your employees cause injury or property damage to a member of the public, then the fall-out for your finances and reputation could be catastrophic - particularly if you're a startup or small business.
Lawsuits, compensation claims and spiralling costs, not to mention the stress and worry on top. But with public liability insurance it's all taken care of, as any compensation and legal costs will be picked up by us. So, you can relax and stay focused on growing your business.
Public liability cover provides vital protection to any business that comes into contact with members of the public – that includes clients, suppliers, contractors or anybody else not employed by you.
It's particularly important if you're involved in managing events, organising photography or filming, or hosting customers and clients at your premises.
And while it isn't a legal requirement, a certain level of cover is often stipulated by some industry bodies, plus you may find that clients request it, so it could help you win business (or not lose it!)
Potential hazards are everywhere, from a box left where it shouldn't be, to equipment coming loose at an event, or wires left trailing by your film crew. One false move or a bit of bad luck, and in the blink of an eye, you're on the phone to a lawyer.
Even if it wasn't your fault, ‘no win, no fee' services mean you can still face liability and compensation claims. And with payouts running into the hundreds of thousands, or even millions, the right PL protection is more than worth the investment.
Before committing to a public liability policy, check whether your clients, potential clients, or your industry body has any requirements regarding the level of cover you hold. Some organisations, particularly government contracts request a minimum cover limit, such as £5 million or £10m.
Also ensure your PL cover incorporates all the activities you're involved in, by disclosing any relevant details to your provider, For example, if your employees are involved in working at heights or heavy lifting, your insurer needs to be aware of this.
We're the British Insurance Awards 2018 Insurance Start-up Winner - recognised for our innovative range of covers, online customer experience and flexible subscription model, which make buying and managing insurance easy and accessible for businesses in the digital industries.
But don't just take our word for it. Leading digital companies, large and small, choose Digital Risks to protect their people and businesses.
Public Liability insurance, much like Employer’s Liability, protects your business in the event of any personal injury or property damage claims made by a member of the public, picking up the cost of legal fees and/or compensation payments.
Unlike Public Liability cover, this policy protects your business against claims for personal injury or property damage caused by a product your business designed, sold or supplied. It will cover prospective legal fees and potential compensation payments, so you have one less thing to worry about.
Digital Risks covers a broad range of business types. Whether you’re an established company, a small startup, or you work as a contractor or freelancer, we can certainly take care of you. When you start an online quote, just start typing the first few letters of your business activity and our system will do the rest. And if it’s not on the list, give us a call and we’ll sort you out with a tailored policy.
Though it’s not a legal requirement, you may find that clients and suppliers require PL as a condition of working with them, so it should be a serious consideration.
Even if your business is office-based, you’ll no doubt have clients or members of the public visiting you from time to time, or your staff will spend time out and about at events. And if an accident happens, either on your premises, or as a result of your activities elsewhere, you could be held liable, with serious financial repercussions for your business.
It’s also good to have the assurance that any damage caused by your products, if they fail or malfunction, will be taken care of, both in terms of legal fees,compensation payments and reputational damage that could result.
Public and Product Liability certificates prove to your customers that your business is insured for potential risks. Unlike an Employer’s Liability Certificate, you aren’t legally required to display a PL certificate but it can help to give your customers peace of mind and reassure them that you’re a responsible company.
Though it covers a lot of bases, Public and Product Liability insurance will not protect you from claims for the following:
This, like with most of other policies, depends on the nature of your business. With Digital Risks, you can choose a limit cover between £1m, £2m or £5 million.
At Digital Risks, we don’t like to put constraints on anyone, especially our customers. All of our policies are sold as flexible pay-monthly subscriptions, helping you to manage your cash flow, and giving you the freedom to change or cancel your cover at any time.
Invoices for your monthly payments are available on request, so all you need to do is give us a call (or drop us a line), and we’ll get the requested dates sent out to you as quickly as possible. Alternatively, we can set your account up so you automatically receive these on a monthly basis.
Our monthly subscription model gives you ultimate flexibility, with the option to cancel or change your cover at any time. A small business can grow and change quite frequently, which is why we made it incredibly easy to amend your policy - just get in touch with us by phone, email or webchat in the bottom right corner of this page.
Same goes for making a claim. We won’t burden you with loads of process and paperwork. All you need to do is let us know what happened and we’ll sort everything out for you as soon as possible.
Our online Public and Product Liability cover has a standard excess of £250 per claim. All other expenses and costs will be covered on our side. Please be aware, however, that for offline advised clients who have tailormade policies, the excesses do vary depending on the risk.
Whereas Employer’s Liability protects you from accident or injury claims from your employees, Public Liability does the same for the members of the public, including your customers.There’s plenty that can go wrong, but no matter what happens, you can rest assured that you’ll be covered with a Public and Product Liability policy.
If you employ one or more people, your must-have cover is Employers' Liability, which is a legal requirement and you could face hefty fines if you don’t have it. Luckily at Digital Risks, we make it easy with a package including Employers', Public and Product Liability. So you’ve got all bases covered.
In addition, you may also want to consider taking out Professional Indemnity insurance, which covers you if one of your clients suffers - or claims they suffered - financial losses due to your professional negligence.
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