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Business insurance, also known as commercial insurance, helps protect business owners from unexpected losses. Whether you’re running a small startup or managing an established company, commercial business insurance plays a crucial role in safeguarding your assets and employees. It also provides essential protection against unexpected claims that could disrupt your operations.
 
For the last 50 years, we’ve helped countless companies get the right coverages, keeping their employees safe and protecting their businesses with insurance that has earned a 4.8 star claims rating from more than 18,000 satisfied customers.*
 
Explore our business insurance coverage options using the quiz above, or get a quote today and find out how we can protect your business.

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General liability coverage helps protect your business and its assets in the event of a lawsuit for things like negligence, bodily injury, property damage, libel and slander.
 
Who it’s for: Businesses that work directly with customers or customers’ property, and any businesses who advertise.
Most state laws require you to carry this insurance to help compensate employees for expenses associated with work-related injuries or illnesses, like medical bills, rehabilitation and lost wages.
 
Who it’s for: Businesses with any part- or full-time employees.
Professional liability insurance helps protect you and your company if you’re found negligent in the professional services you provided to a client, even if you didn’t make a mistake.
 
Who it’s for: Businesses that provide professional services or advice to clients or customers.
Business property insurance, also called commercial property insurance, helps protect your owned or rented building, tools and the equipment you use to operate your business.
 
Who it’s for: Businesses with property or assets.
Commercial auto insurance helps cover the cost of an auto accident if you or your employee is at fault. If you or your employees drive a vehicle for business reasons, having the right commercial vehicle insurance is important.
 
Who it’s for: Businesses that use any company-owned, leased or personal vehicles for work.
Data breach insurance, also known as cyber insurance, helps cover liability expenses from technology-related risks such as a data breach or cyberattack. If you collect, store, send or receive customer information, it’s important to protect your business against cyber risks.
 
Who it’s for: Businesses that collect, store or send any sensitive customer data.
Many business owners start with a Business Owner’s Policy (BOP) because its three essential coverages help protect businesses from common claims. A BOP includes general liability insurance, commercial property and business income insurance. Looking for company insurance policies tailored to your needs? Our BOP policy can be bundled with additional types of coverages to help your business save money on insurance. In some cases, our BOP may be eligible for a discount up to 10% when bundled with workers’ compensation insurance.
 
 

What’s the Average Cost of a Business Insurance Policy?

Business insurance costs vary, because every company has unique needs that are key to its success. Insurance companies consider numerous factors when determining your price, including your industry, location, number of employees, coverage needs and more. You can use the table below to see the average cost business owners paid for coverage with The Hartford:**
Coverage Average Annual Premium Average Monthly Premium**
Business Owner’s Policy (BOP) $1,687 $141
General Liability Insurance (GLI) $810 $68
Workers’ Compensation Insurance $1,032
$86
Professional Liability Insurance (PLI)2 $744 $62
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Last Updated: April 8, 2025
 
*** Based on a 2023 study by Keynova.
** Costs, premiums, and coverages mentioned are estimates and are not guaranteed. Actual cost, premium, and coverage are determined at the time of quote or issue and are specific to an individual risk. Premiums are based on information provided to The Hartford, including, but not limited to, underwriting and rating criteria. All examples included on this website or in an advertisement are intended for informational purposes only and are not an offer or a guarantee of premium or coverage. Coverage and products described are subject to the terms and conditions found in the policy contract. Any educational information provided about available coverages does not modify the policy language or imply that any claim is covered. Products are not available in all states or for all businesses.
2 What you pay for professional liability insurance will vary by product, limits chosen and risk class or hazard group associated with your business.
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The Hartford shall not be liable for any damages in connection with the use of any information provided on this page. Please consult with your insurance agent/broker or insurance company to determine specific coverage needs as this information is intended to be educational in nature.
 
The information contained on this page should not be construed as specific legal, HR, financial, or insurance advice and is not a guarantee of coverage. In the event of a loss or claim, coverage determinations will be subject to the policy language, and any potential claim payment will be determined following a claim investigation.
 
Certain coverages vary by state and may not be available to all businesses. All Hartford coverages and services described on this page may be offered by one or more of the property and casualty insurance company subsidiaries of The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc. listed in the Legal Notice.
 
The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc., (NYSE: HIG) operates through its subsidiaries under the brand name, The Hartford, and is headquartered in Hartford, CT. For additional details, please read The Hartford’s Legal Notice.
 
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