{"id":861,"date":"2021-02-12T13:50:13","date_gmt":"2021-02-12T08:20:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.plancover.com\/insurance\/?p=861"},"modified":"2021-02-12T13:50:13","modified_gmt":"2021-02-12T08:20:13","slug":"what-does-professional-indemnity-insurance-covers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.plancover.com\/insurance\/what-does-professional-indemnity-insurance-covers\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does Professional Indemnity Insurance Covers (And Not)?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"What<\/p>\n

Professional Indemnity Insurance Covers<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Case Study<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Rakesh is a freelance marketing consultant. He has been working with Anupam, his client, in helping him increase his online sales. After 13 months, Anupam still hasn’t seen the results that Rakesh promised him. Upset and angry, Anupam decides to sue Rakesh for ineffective advice that resulted in waste of time and money for his business. In India, cases at the court can run for months in the best scenario, if not years. To defend himself at the court, Rakesh would have to incur legal expenses all these months. He would have to pay for the lawyer\u2019s fees.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, do you think it\u2019s financially viable for freelance consultants like Rakesh to incur legal expenses for such a long period? Likely not! Furthermore, if the court sides with the plaintiff, find Rakesh at guilt, and asks him to pay a hefty sum to Anupam as compensation, that makes the situation even worse for Rakesh.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, one could say that consultants like Rakesh can have legal documents signed by the client, mentioning that no results are guaranteed and that they cannot be held accountable if the client doesn\u2019t see the desired results. But despite that, people like Anupam can still make legal claims against Rakesh. And even if their arguments are flat, Rakesh would still have to pay for the legal expenses, which isn\u2019t financially feasible for him.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is why it\u2019s important for every individual \u2013 and business \u2013 that offers professional services to invest in professional indemnity insurance<\/strong>. It is a type of business insurance that\u2019s designed specifically to protect professional services provider against legal claims made by their clients. We have already discussed whether you should invest in the professional indemnity insurance<\/strong> policy. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Please read: Should You Buy A Professional Indemnity Insurance Policy?<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

There also comes specific professional indemnity insurance for doctors<\/strong>, which we have covered as well. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Check out: Doctors Getting Sued by Patients Is Common (How Can You Protect Yourself?)<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

In case you want to learn the basics like what is professional indemnity insurance<\/strong>, please go here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now that you\u2019re aware PI insurance<\/strong> is important and that you should buy an indemnity plan, arises a common question: What does it cover and what it doesn<\/em>\u2019<\/em>t cover?<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Much like any business insurance policies, even professional indemnity insurance has its limitations. There are several things it covers and then there are things that fall outside its coverage area. Before you buy the policy, it\u2019s essential to be aware of its terms and conditions so to avoid any future surprises. You don\u2019t want to be in a position where you think the legal claim made against you is covered under PI insurance but your insurer disagrees.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Professional Indemnity Insurance Covers?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The insurance covers third party\u2019s bodily injury caused by your negligence in fulfilling your professional duties. In addition to personal injury, professional indemnity insurance<\/strong> covers financial loss (also called consequential loss) and property damage as a result of your error or mission when performing your professional duties.<\/span><\/p>\n

Professional liability insurance<\/strong> will cover every legal expense associated in your legal defense, including attorney and court fees. It covers the sum that\u2019s incurred in investigating the legal claim made by the third-party. In any event, if the plaintiff wins the case, you would be asked by the court to pay for the financial loss the plaintiff incurred; in addition, you may even be asked to pay compensation. Both these expenses are covered by PI insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Professional Indemnity Insurance Doesn\u2019<\/strong>t Cover?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What if the professional in question offered poor advice to the client deliberately? Of course, in such cases, the insurance won\u2019t provide any protection. Similarly, if there\u2019s any violation of law, fraud, dishonesty, or malicious act that resulted in the client making any legal claims \u2013 in such cases, the professional liability insurance won\u2019t provide the coverage. Also, if the services provider made any guarantee or warranty to the client in connection with their services, the insurance won\u2019t cover that either.<\/span><\/p>\n

Talk to an Insurance Broker<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Different insurance companies have their own set of terms and conditions. So, what\u2019s covered under the professional liability insurance<\/strong> and what\u2019s not may vary among them. This is why it\u2019s important that before you make any financial commitment, you should be aware of these terms and conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is where having insurance brokers by your side can be very helpful. They can take you through these terms and conditions, and explain to you better what plans from which insurer covers what. They can even assist you to find a good indemnity plan<\/strong> that fits your exact needs and budget. So, consult an insurance broker and get their help in buying a good professional indemnity policy<\/strong>. Don\u2019t assume that your clients can\u2019t and won\u2019t sue you. Because when they do, it can cost you a lot of money. Small, preventive measures that require little investment can make all the difference in your business continuity, growth, and sustainability.<\/span><\/p>\n

Go here to get your free quote of professional indemnity insurance<\/strong>.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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