Commercial Insurance

Commercial insurance built for small business owners.

General liability, workers' comp, commercial auto, BOP, and more. Gatson Life & Financial Group compares options for businesses nationwide so you get the coverage your clients, contracts, and state require.

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Cyber risk update

Ransomware and data breaches keep hitting U.S. and global businesses — including small ones.

General liability usually doesn't cover cyber. Cyber liability can help with breach response, ransomware costs, and liability when customer data is involved. Coverage details vary by carrier.

Who we help

From one-person shops to growing teams.

  • Contractors and trades
  • Retail shops and restaurants
  • Consultants and professional services
  • Delivery, trucking, and mobile businesses
  • Startups and home-based businesses
  • Growing businesses adding employees
Commercial basics

What every business owner should know.

What coverage small businesses typically need

Most start with general liability. Add workers' comp once you have employees (required in most states), commercial auto for business vehicles, and property or a BOP if you have a location, equipment, or inventory. Service businesses often add professional liability.

Certificates of insurance (COIs)

A COI is a one-page summary proving you carry coverage. Clients, landlords, and general contractors often request one before you start work.

Additional insured for contracts

Many contracts ask you to name the client as an additional insured, which extends parts of your liability coverage to them. Send us the contract's insurance section so we can match its wording.

How quoting works

Have ready: business name and address, what you do, years in business, estimated revenue and payroll, number of employees, vehicles and drivers, and any past claims. We compare carriers and walk you through the options.

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FAQ

Commercial insurance FAQ

What insurance is legally required for a small business?+

Workers' comp is required in most states once you have employees, and business-owned vehicles need at least state-minimum auto liability. Other coverage is usually required by contracts, leases, or licensing boards rather than law. Varies by state.

How much does commercial insurance cost?+

It depends on your industry, location, revenue, payroll, vehicles, claims history, and the limits you choose. Rates vary by carrier and state, so the best answer is a quote.

Can I get business insurance for a new business?+

Yes. Many carriers write new businesses. You may be asked about your experience in the industry.

Do I need business insurance if I'm an LLC?+

Yes, usually. An LLC can help separate personal and business assets, but it doesn't pay for claims, lawsuits, or damage. Insurance does.

Can I bundle multiple business policies?+

Often. A BOP bundles liability and property, and some carriers package other coverages too. Options vary by carrier.

Does my homeowners policy cover my home business?+

Usually only in a very limited way, if at all. Most home-based businesses need their own liability and property coverage.

What is an umbrella or excess liability policy?+

It adds extra liability limits above your general liability, commercial auto, and employer's liability policies. It's useful when contracts require higher limits.

Can I change my coverage mid-year?+

Yes. You can typically add vehicles, employees, locations, or additional insureds during the policy term. Premiums may adjust.

Do you write commercial insurance in my state?+

We work with carrier partners nationwide. Available products and carriers vary by state, so tell us where you operate.

Protect the business you've built.

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