Directors’ and officers’ insurance, commonly referred to as Management Liability Cover or D&O Insurance, serves as a safeguard for business owners, shielding them from the potential hazards that come with managing a company. This insurance option is accessible to businesses of varying sizes, be it a burgeoning startup or a well-established corporation.
• Major shareholder claims
• Insolvency
• Regulatory events
• Worldwide cover available
Statutory regulations like The Companies Act 2006, The Employment Act 2008, The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, The Equality Act 2010, The Bribery Act 2010, and The Health and Safety (Offences) Act 2008.
Investigations conducted by entities such as The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), HM Customs & Revenue, and The Department for Business Innovation & Skills (formerly the DTI), as well as the Environment Agency.
Claims that may originate from various sources, including investors, dissatisfied customers/clients, employees, regulatory bodies (as exemplified above), and incidents related to cybersecurity.
Directors and Managers must finance their legal defense, even if allegations are unproven, leaving their personal assets vulnerable. Unlike a limited company, directors cannot limit their liability. A limited awareness of legal obligations, as the saying goes, “ignorance is no defence,” offers no protection from allegations. This exposes them to potential financial and legal risks.
A policy provides cover for any Director or Employee when they are engaged in a managerial or supervisory role.
The policy will also extend to include actions taken against the Company, especially in situations where attributing blame to a specific individual is challenging.
It’s important to acknowledge that a legal action can be brought against both an individual and the Company simultaneously.
Employment Practices Liability (EPL) – is often purchased as it provides defence costs and settlements against employment related claims such as unfair dismissal, discrimination, harassment, bullying etc.
As Lloyd’s brokers specialising in moving, self-storage, and relocation insurance, we’ve built a reputation for excellence. Our expert team understand how bespoke policies need to provide cover for our clients.
Contact us today on 01273 739 961 to speak to a member of our team, and learn more about the appropriate protection for your company against potential Directors’ and Officers Liability.
