Is Public and Product Liability Insurance right for you?
If you run a business, sell products, or provide services, public and product liability insurance could be essential for protecting you from costly claims.
Public Liability Insurance
This covers you if a customer, client, or member of the public is injured or their property is damaged due to your business activities. Whether you run a café, a retail store, or a trade service, accidents happen—and legal costs can be expensive.
Ask yourself:
Do customers or clients visit your business premises?
Do you work in public spaces or at clients’ locations?
Could someone trip, slip, or get injured due to your business operations?
If you answered yes to any of these, public liability insurance is worth considering!
Product Liability Insurance
If your business manufactures, sells, or distributes products, you could be held liable for any harm they cause—even if the issue wasn’t directly your fault.
Ask yourself:
Do you sell physical products to consumers or businesses?
Could a defect, fault, or incorrect usage of your product cause harm?
Are you responsible for imported or third-party products?
If the answer is yes, product liability insurance can help protect your business from costly legal claims.
Types of industries that may require Public and/or Product Liability:
FAQ's
What does Public Liability Insurance cover?
Injury to third parties (e.g., a customer slips and falls in your store)
Damage to third-party property (e.g., a builder accidentally damages a client's home)
Legal costs associated with defending claims
What isn’t covered by Public Liability Insurance?
Employee injuries (covered by workers' compensation)
Damage to your own property
Contractual liabilities
Professional advice errors (covered by professional indemnity insurance)
What does Product Liability Insurance cover?
Defects in product design or manufacturing
Failure to provide adequate safety warnings or instructions
Illness or injury caused by a defective product
Legal fees and compensation costs
What isn’t covered by Product Liability Insurance?
Intentional negligence or fraud
Damage to your own products
Breach of contract issues
Product recalls (some policies may offer separate recall coverage)
How much does Public and Product Liability Insurance cost?
Costs vary based on your industry, business size, location, and risk level. Small businesses might pay a few hundred dollars per year, while high-risk industries can pay significantly more.
Is Public and Product Liability Insurance legally required?
It’s not always a legal requirement, but some industries, landlords, or clients may require it before allowing you to operate or work on-site.
Still Unsure? Let’s Talk!
Every business is different, and getting the right coverage matters. If you’re unsure whether you need public or product liability insurance, let’s chat! We can help you find the right protection so you can focus on running your business with confidence.
Contact us today for a free consultation!