The Real Cost: With D&O vs Without D&O When considering D&O Insurance, it’s essential to weigh the costs and benefits. Here’s a comparison: With D&O Insurance: – Premium costs: You’ll pay annual premiums, which can range from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands of rupees, depending on your business size, industry, and risk level. […]
D&O Insurance, or Directors and Officers Liability Insurance, is a type of insurance that shields directors and officers of a company from financial losses if they’re sued for their actions or decisions made on behalf of the company. It covers: – Legal fees and defence costs – Settlements and damages – Regulatory proceedings and investigations […]
Embezzlement occurs when a trusted individual, such as a finance executive, misuses or steals company funds for personal gain. Examples include: – Pocketing cash receipts – Unauthorized transactions – Misusing company credit cards – Creating fake invoices or accounting entries This financial crime can lead to severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment. Businesses can protect […]
Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance is a type of policy that protects businesses from various liability risks, such as: 1. Bodily injury or property damage to customers, clients, or third parties. 2. Advertising injuries, like slander or copyright infringement. 3. Medical expenses for accidents on business premises. CGL insurance helps cover legal fees, settlements, and […]
Case Study: Impact of Underinsurance on Fire Claim Settlement Background: In December 2021, one of our apartment clients reported a fire accident that occurred in the basement electrical board room. The estimated loss was approximately ₹75 lakhs. The apartment was insured under a Fire Insurance Policy with a sum insured of ₹100 crores. Incident Summary: […]
A devastating fire broke out in a factory due to a short circuit in an electrical panel, spreading rapidly and causing extensive damage to machinery and finished goods. The insured has lodged a claim under their Standard Fire and Special Perils (SFSP) Policy, seeking reimbursement for repair/replacement of damaged machinery, loss of stock, and debris […]
A faulty air-conditioning unit caused a fire in our office, damaging equipment and documents. Our fire insurance policy is helping us recover losses, covering replacement costs and renovation expenses. The policy’s “office contents” section covers fixtures, fittings, and contents, giving us peace of mind. We’re working with our insurer to process the claim and restore […]
Tenants Legal Liability: Is Your Business Running in a Rented Premises? Then You Should Know This: What if a fire happens in your commercially rented premises, and you are held responsible by the landlord? The common risk in the workplace is a fire accident, which can occur due to your employee’s negligence or poor maintenance […]