Paralegal Insurance
Coverage built around the document-driven, deadline-sensitive nature of paralegal work.
What this coverage is intended to address
- ✓Allegations that an error, omission, or missed filing deadline in your work caused a client or firm a loss — addressed through professional liability insurance, also called Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance
- ✓General liability for third-party bodily injury or property damage, such as a client injured at your office
- ✓Defense costs that may arise from a dispute over the accuracy of your work, in the event of a covered claim
- ✓Claims tied to mishandled documents or incomplete case preparation
Coverage products commonly considered
Most paralegal operations consider one or more of these coverage types:
Hypothetical claim scenarios
These are hypothetical examples only. Actual coverage depends on the policy form, exclusions, and carrier determination.
- A client alleges that a missed court filing deadline by a freelance paralegal harmed their case — professional liability / E&O is generally intended to respond in the event of a covered claim.
- A client visiting to drop off documents trips over a box and is injured. General liability may help respond to a bodily-injury allegation of this kind.
Frequently asked questions
Why would an independent paralegal need E&O insurance?
Because the work is detail- and deadline-driven, an alleged error or missed filing can lead to a claim. Professional liability insurance, also called Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance, is intended to respond to allegations of this nature. Eligibility varies by state.
Do paralegals also carry general liability?
Many do, since general liability is generally intended to address third-party injury or property damage, such as a client visiting your office. A licensed agent can advise on the right mix.
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