Tinley Business Insurance

The state of Illinois is home to more than 1.1 million businesses. In Tinley Park, nearly 5,000 businesses represent a variety of industries including healthcare, construction, and educational services. Unforeseen events involving your Tinley Park business can threaten your livelihood at any time if you do not have the right business insurance. Working closely with an independent insurance agent, you can determine exactly what risks you have and find tailored business insurance policies to cover them. A local independent insurance agent can help you assess your risks, compare policies and quotes, and make an informed decision.

Liability Insurance for Small Businesses in Tinley Park, IL

Business liability insurance protects you in a variety of scenarios in which your company is negligent or causes harm to individuals or other businesses. Commercial general liability (CGL) insurance is the most important component of your business liability coverage. It is the first line of defense from lawsuits and liability claims against your business.

Any business owner, no matter how many precautions they take, is at risk for liability claims. These claims can arise from injuries or property damage that occur on your business property or those that are caused by you or your employees in the course of doing business. CGL policies pay for attorney fees and any judgments that you might have to pay if you are sued, and also provide coverage for claims of libel, slander, copyright infringement, and false advertising. 

CGL policies do not cover every type of liability exposure that you might have. Since every business is unique, you may need tailored liability protection depending upon the type of business you do and the risks you face. You might need additional liability policies, or you may need to add endorsements to other insurance policies in order to cover all the bases. An independent agent can help you determine which commercial liability products are right for your Tinley Park business.

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Cyber Liability Insurance for Tinley Park Businesses

It’s hard to turn on the TV without hearing about data breaches at some of the nation’s largest companies. Whether you are a multi-billion dollar company or a sole proprietor of a small business, you can be susceptible to a data breach that can cost you your business.

• Number of identity theft complaints in Illinois per year: 12,317
• Ranked 12th highest for identity theft complaints in the US
• Only 22% of businesses have a cyber/data breach response plan

Cyber liability insurance can protect you from the financial fallout after a data breach. Some typical coverage areas for cyber liability policies include:

• Legal defense, settlements, and judgments 
• Public relations expenses
• Your own damaged equipment, lost information, and digital assets 
• Customers, partners, or others who were negatively affected by the breach

Cyber liability coverage can be added to a business owners policy (BOP) or commercial general liability policy, or it can be a customized stand-alone solution. Work with your independent insurance agent to make sure it addresses the exposures that you have. 

Property Insurance for Small Businesses in Tinley Park, IL

Property claims make up a significant portion of small business claims. Severe storms and floods are a serious threat to commercial property in Illinois, as are tornadoes, wind, hail, break-ins, and vandalism. 

• Number of federally declared disasters in Illinois since 1953: 60
• Most common reasons for declared disasters in Illinois: Severe Storms and Floods

Commercial property insurance protects buildings and their contents, including computers, office equipment, furniture, artwork, and all of your business personal property—whether it is owned or leased—if it is damaged by fire, smoke, theft, vandalism, weather, or certain other covered perils. If you own your building, you need commercial property insurance to cover damage to the structure and what’s inside. If you lease your space, you need this coverage for your business personal property.

An independent insurance agent can help you determine if you need more than just a basic commercial property policy. Some businesses have specialized machinery or equipment that needs additional coverage. And if you have tools, equipment, or other materials stored at job sites or in transit, you may also need additional coverage to protect those assets. 

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Business Interruption Insurance for Tinley Park, IL Businesses

Property damage can be far more devastating than you ever imagined. If your commercial property is damaged or destroyed, you may also be forced to close your doors for weeks or longer while you make repairs, rebuild, or relocate. Without a consistent revenue stream, small businesses especially may find themselves failing to pay fixed expenses, defaulting on loans, and facing bankruptcy. Business interruption insurance provides income continuation if you must close temporarily because of property damage caused by a covered event. You can continue to pay for expenses like loan payments and employee salaries until you resume normal operations.  

Workers’ Compensation Insurance for Tinley Park, IL Businesses

Workers’ compensation insurance provides coverage when accidents happen at work, ensuring medical care and income protection for injured workers. Workers’ compensation insurance is more than just another expense—it is an affordable means of protecting both you and your employees. The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act requires employers to purchase workers’ compensation insurance that provides benefits to injured workers regardless of fault. 

Illinois law requires employers to provide workers' compensation insurance for almost everyone who is hired or whose employment is localized in Illinois. If you have just one employee, even if that person is a part-time employee, you must purchase Illinois workers’ compensation insurance. Sole proprietors, business partners, corporate officers, and members of limited liability companies may exempt themselves from Illinois workers’ compensation coverage. There are several tricky exemptions to the Illinois workers’ compensation requirements. It’s important to consult with a knowledgeable local professional who can help you learn about how the statute applies to your business. 

Employee Benefits for Small Businesses in Tinley Park, IL

Employee benefits can help you attract and retain top employees, and they are a huge but essential expense for any business. In order to make the best decisions about what kind of health insurance, life insurance, and other benefits are best for your unique employee population, it’s best to work with a knowledgeable independent insurance agent.  

• Average amount spent per year on healthcare coverage by Illinois businesses: $2,923,024
• Ranked 6th for highest health insurance spending in the US
• Average annual cost of health care coverage in Illinois: $5,872/person or $16,928/family

A local independent agent can help you find suitable coverage at a competitive price. 

Why Work with an Independent Agent in Tinley Park? 

There are many business insurance products and options available to protect your Tinley Park business. You probably have a lot of questions, and a local independent insurance agent can help. An independent agent can work with insurance companies that specialize in the type of work you do. And your agent can help you assess your risks and get quotes from multiple, highly rated insurance companies.