Professional Liability (E&O) Insurance

If your advice or work is challenged, professional liability has your back.

Professional liability insurance — also called errors and omissions (E&O) — protects businesses that provide advice, expertise, or professional services. If a client alleges your work caused them a financial loss, it covers your legal defence and any damages, even if the claim is unfounded.

It's essential for consultants, advisors, and licensed professionals across Ontario.

What's covered

Legal defence for errors, omissions, and negligence claims
Damages awarded to a client
Coverage for unfounded as well as valid claims
Protection for advice, designs, and professional work
Optional coverage for subcontractors and past work

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Frequently asked questions

Who needs professional liability?: Any business that gives advice or delivers professional services — consultants, designers, IT, accountants, and many licensed professionals. We'll confirm what your field requires.
Isn't this the same as general liability?: No — general liability covers bodily injury and property damage; professional liability covers financial harm from your advice or work. Most service businesses need both.
Does it cover claims if I wasn't at fault?: Yes — it covers your legal defence even for unfounded claims, which can be expensive to fight on their own.

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Frequently asked questions

Who needs professional liability?

Any business that gives advice or delivers professional services — consultants, designers, IT, accountants, and many licensed professionals. We'll confirm what your field requires.

Isn't this the same as general liability?

No — general liability covers bodily injury and property damage; professional liability covers financial harm from your advice or work. Most service businesses need both.

Does it cover claims if I wasn't at fault?

Yes — it covers your legal defence even for unfounded claims, which can be expensive to fight on their own.