When small businesses opt for cheap or minimal liability insurance, they often overlook hidden vulnerabilities. These policies tend to lack comprehensive coverage for real-world incidents such as cyberattacks or workplace injuries, which are increasingly common and devastating. What you read next might change how you see this forever.
Imagine a worst-case scenario: a data breach resulting in leaked customer information. Suddenly, the savings from your cut-rate policy evaporate in legal fees and settlements. The initial savings on premiums are dwarfed by these unexpected costs. But there’s one more twist you won’t see coming.
Many business owners rush to purchase policies without understanding exclusions. Certain low-cost policies might exclude natural disasters or pandemics. This oversight means that during major events, businesses face closure without the safety net they assumed was there. And it doesn’t stop there.
Overall, it’s critical to identify potential coverage gaps in your current plan. An annual review or consultation with a savvy broker could protect against unseen threats. What you’ll uncover next might just save your business…