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what in professional indemnity insurance?

What is professional indemnity insurance?

Professional indemnity insurance, also referred to as PI insurance, is a type of business insurance that covers you for costs if you make a mistake in a piece of work for a client that causes them financial or reputational loss.

Do I need professional indemnity insurance?

From consultants and accountants, to designers and recruiters, professional indemnity insurance is important for many business types. It might be needed by a self-employed person like a consultant or an accountant, or by a company doing certain types of work.

What does professional indemnity insurance cover?

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Professional negligence

If you give incorrect advice or make a mistake

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Defamation

If you produce or support libel statements about your client

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Breach of confidence

If you share sensitive information without permission

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Breach of copyright

If you infringe on copyrights, trademarks or intellectual property

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Lost or damaged documents

If you lose or damage documents while they’re in your care

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Employee cover

If an employee commits a malicious act that causes a loss for your client

How much does professional indemnity insurance cost?

Insurers will set your premiums for professional indemnity insurance based on factors such as:
Size and type of business: Bigger businesses generally have more at stake when it comes to financial and reputational losses, so you’ll generally need higher levels of cover if your client is a big company
Nature of the work you do: If your business faces high levels of risk, then insurers are also likely to charge more in premiums

How much professional indemnity insurance do I need?

Most insurers offer between £50,000 and £5 million in terms of cover. To get a good idea of how much you’ll need, check:
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Your business contract

If your contract requires you to have professional indemnity cover it’ll usually specify the minimum amount you need
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Factoring in how much you’re being paid, and the overall value of your work can help you judge the appropriate level of cover
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