Liability insurance is required for vehicles in Maine, but not all businesses are required to carry general liability insurance. However, many businesses need it for contracts and operations.
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The best small business insurance Maine is general liability insurance, often combined with property and professional liability coverage. This protects against the most common risks.
General liability insurance for business protects an LLC from third-party claims its legal structure does not cover. Customer injuries, property damage, and advertising injury lawsuits all expose your LLC directly. General liability insurance covers legal defense costs, medical bills, and settlements. Most clients require general commercial liability insurance and a Certificate of Insurance before signing a contract.
Common general liability insurance claims include a customer slipping and falling on your premises. A contractor damages a client’s property on the job. A competitor sues over trademark infringement in your advertising. A product your business sold injures a customer months after the sale. The average slip-and-fall claim costs small businesses $30,000 or more.
Commercial general liability insurance costs most small businesses between $400 and $1,500 per year. Premiums often start around $30 per month for low-risk operations. Your rate depends on your industry, location, coverage limits, and claims history. Gild customers typically spend about $250 per year for general liability insurance for small business.