What types of insurance do computer and electronics stores need?

These policies provide coverage for common risks electronics stores face.

Business owner’s policy

A BOP bundles commercial property and general liability insurance in one plan. It's often the most cost-effective type of insurance for computer and electronics retailers.

BEST FOR

  • Customer injuries

  • Damaged business property

  • Business interruption incidents

General liability insurance

General liability insurance covers common risks, such as customer property damage and injuries. Bundle with property insurance for savings in a business owner’s policy.

BEST FOR

Slip-and-fall accidents

Damaged customer property

Libel or slander lawsuits

Workers’ compensation insurance

Workers’ compensation insurance is required in almost every state for computer and electronic stores that have employees. It can cover medical costs for work-related injuries.

BEST FOR

  • Employee medical expenses

  • Partial missed wages

  • Lawsuits over employee injuries

Umbrella / excess liability insurance

Once a policy’s coverage limit is reached, umbrella insurance (also called excess liability insurance) boosts coverage on general liability or employer’s liability policies.

BEST FOR

  •    Customer injury lawsuits

  •    Customer property damage lawsuits

  •    Employee injury lawsuits

How much does insurance cost for retail businesses?
Several factors will have an impact on insurance

Several factors will have an impact on insurance costs, including:

Retail services offered

Business equipment and property

Revenue

Location

Number of employees