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Hospitality Insurance Obligations
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General Liability Insurance
Covers claims of bodily injury or property damage to third parties. This is typically required by law for hospitality businesses to operate safely.
Liquor Liability Insurance
Provides coverage for businesses that serve alcohol in the event of claims arising from alcohol-related damages or injuries. Often legally required in jurisdictions with Dram Shop laws.
Property Insurance
Protects the physical assets of the business—from the building to the furnishings—against damage from events like fires, storms, or vandalism.
Workers' Compensation Insurance
Mandatory in most jurisdictions, it covers medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs for employees who get injured or sick from their job.
Food Contamination Insurance
Covers the cost of replacing spoiled food and loss of income due to contamination which can also include costs associated with a forced shutdown by the health department.
Business Interruption Insurance
Provides income protection for businesses when operations are halted due to direct physical loss or damage such as from a fire or natural disaster.
Commercial Auto Insurance
Covers vehicles owned by the hospitality business for liability, collision, and comprehensive damages, required if the business owns and operates vehicles.
Cyber Liability Insurance
Protects against risks associated with digital information and cyber security breaches, important for hospitality businesses that store personal guest information.
Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)
Provides protection for businesses against claims by employees alleging discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, and other employment-related issues.
Event Cancellation Insurance
Covers financial losses due to the unexpected cancellation of events for reasons such as extreme weather, natural disasters, or terrorism.
Umbrella Insurance
Provides extra liability coverage that extends beyond the limits of the business's existing policies, acting as a supplemental policy to cover large claims.
Directors and Officers Insurance
Offers financial protection to the company's directors and officers against lawsuits alleging wrongful acts in their capacity as corporate leaders.
Environmental Liability Insurance
Offers protection against claims for property damage or bodily injury caused by environmental accidents like spills or contaminations.
Health Insurance
Although not always legally required, providing health insurance can help hospitality businesses retain staff and may be mandated under certain regulations like the Affordable Care Act (ACA) depending on business size.
Life Insurance for Key Employees
Life insurance policies on key employees can provide financial stability and assistance with business continuity if an indispensable employee passes away.
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