Small Business Insurance California: Commercial Quotes in CA

Small Business Insurance California

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Small business insurance in California can help business owners protect themselves, their employees and their livelihood. And sometimes it’s required by law to operate, get a commercial lease or bid on jobs.

From San Francisco to Los Angeles and all places in-between, NEXT specializes in small businesses. We make it fast, easy and affordable to get California commercial insurance coverage customized for your business.

Business liability insurance in CA can help protect from losses around:

Injuries
Property damage
Medical expenses
Theft, burglary and vandalism
Fire damage and storm damage
Equipment failures
Vehicle collisions
And more

NEXT can help you check prices, get covered and buy 100% online in about 10 minutes.

Manage your insurance policy 24/7 via web or mobile app, and get unlimited certificates of insurance (proof of insurance) at no extra cost.

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How much does California business insurance cost?

Insurance companies create CA business insurance quotes by looking at several factors related to your business’ risk, including:

1. Your industry

The risk of work-related illness or injury in your work affects your business insurance monthly or annual premium. Jobs that are higher-risk, such as construction, often have higher insurance needs (and insurance costs) than low-risk desk jobs, such as an accountant.

2. Your number of employees

Your business insurance might cost more if you have employees than if you’re a sole proprietor.

3. Your business location

If you’re in a densely populated city you may pay more for business insurance than if you work in a small town.

4. Your years of work experience

A proven history of workplace safety and success in your industry can impact your insurance rate. A new business owner could pay more than a veteran in their field.

5. Your insurance claims history

Your record of safety, losses and claims can have an impact on your insurance premium.

6. Your insurance coverage limits

Higher insurance coverage limits on your policy can give you more protection over more covered incidents. But it can also increase the cost of your insurance and result in a higher deductible.

The best way to know exactly what you’ll pay for business insurance coverage is to check prices specifically for your business.

What type of California commercial insurance coverage do you need?

Policyholders who buy business liability insurance in CA often bundle several types of business insurance. Coverage options include:

California General Liability insurance

Commercial general liability coverage, also known as business liability coverage, can help cover your business for medical bills from injuries to non-employees or property damage you or your employees cause on other people’s property.

Many commercial landlords in the State of California will ask that you carry a general liability policy before you can get a lease. It’s also common for clients to require this liability coverage before they’ll sign a contract with your business.

California contractors and cleaning businesses can also get tools and equipment insurance coverage (also called T&E or inland marine insurance) with their general liability policy to help repair or replace business gear that’s lost, stolen or damaged on a job site.

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California Workers’ Compensation insurance

Workers’ compensation insurance in California can help if you or your employees suffer a work-related illness or injury. This business insurance policy, a requirement for many businesses in the state, can help cover the costs of medical treatment, lost wages or job retraining while a worker recovers.

Without workers’ comp, a business owner’s out-of-pocket expenses could be significant after a workplace accident.

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California Commercial Property insurance

California commercial property insurance can help pay for damaged or destroyed business property and inventory after a covered event, such as water, fire or wind damage. And it can help cover the loss of business income if you need to shutter temporarily for repairs after a covered event.

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California Professional Liability insurance (also called Errors and Omissions insurance, or E&O)

Professional liability insurance, also known as errors and omissions insurance (E&O), could help if a client accuses you of making a professional mistake that causes them financial loss, such as missing a deadline or a miscalculation.

For example, if you work in professional services and your mathematical error causes a client monetary loss and they file a lawsuit, this coverage could help you cover some legal fees.

Learn more about professional liability insurance >

Who needs California small business liability insurance?

Liability insurance is required for many professional licenses and other business operations. But even when it’s not, it’s an investment and a source of protection for many California professions, including:

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How NEXT can help you with small business insurance in California

We make it fast and easy for small business owners to get a business insurance quote, buy online and instantly share a certificate of insurance in about 10 minutes.

Manage your policy 24/7 via web or mobile app.

If you have questions, our US-based licensed agents are available to help with any insurance needs.

More information for CA small business owners

Learn more about business insurance requirement or starting or growing a business in California:

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* To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.