Get the right commercial insurance for your Arkansas business
Which insurance policies are recommended for Arkansas businesses?
Arkansas small businesses most often buy these types of insurance.
General liability insurance
This policy is important for all Arkansas businesses. It covers common risks, including customer property damage and injuries. Most commercial leases require this coverage.
- Personal injuries
- Advertising injuries
- Product liability coverage
Workers’ compensation insurance
Workers’ comp is required for Arkansas businesses that have three or more employees. It also protects sole proprietors from work injury costs that health insurance might deny.
- Employee medical expenses
- Disability benefits
- Lawsuits from employee injuries
Commercial auto insurance
This policy is required for business-owned vehicles in Arkansas. It covers injuries and property damage in an accident, along with vehicle theft, vandalism, and weather damage.
- Accidents involving business vehicles
- Theft of a business-owned vehicle
- Damage to a company vehicle
Business owner’s policy
A BOP bundles commercial property insurance and general liability coverage in one plan. It's often the most cost-effective type of business insurance.
- Customer injuries
- Damaged customer property
- Damaged business property
Professional liability insurance
This policy, also called errors and omissions insurance (E&O), protects professionals whose work depends on their expertise. It covers client lawsuits over mistakes and oversights.
- Work mistakes and oversights
- Professional negligence lawsuits
- Late or incomplete work
Errors and omissions insurance
E&O, sometimes called professional liability insurance, is common with professional services in Arkansas. It can cover the cost of lawsuits related to your work performance.
- Missed deadlines
- Accusations of negligence
- Errors and oversights
Cyber insurance
This policy helps Arkansas businesses survive data breaches and cyberattacks by paying for client notification costs, legal fees, and other related expenses.
- Data breach lawsuits
- Client notification expenses
- Fraud monitoring costs
Commercial umbrella insurance
Umbrella insurance boosts coverage on your general liability insurance, commercial auto insurance, and employer's liability insurance when the underlying policy reaches its limit.
- Customer lawsuits
- Auto accident lawsuits
- Employee injury lawsuits
Commercial property insurance
This policy covers the value of a business's physical structure and its contents, such as inventory, equipment, and furniture. Bundle it with general liability coverage in a BOP for savings.
- Fire
- Theft and vandalism
- Weather damage
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Which business insurance policies are required in Arkansas?
State laws affect which business insurance policies you need. These policies are required everywhere in Arkansas, from Fayetteville to Little Rock.
Workers’ compensation insurance
With a few exceptions, Arkansas state law requires businesses with three or more employees, full-time or part-time, to carry workers' compensation insurance. In the construction industry, businesses with fewer than three employees must provide workers' comp.
Employers may not charge Arkansas workers any amount for the coverage costs. This policy covers medical bills for work injuries and illnesses.
Commercial auto insurance
All business-owned vehicles in Arkansas must be covered by commercial auto insurance.
Arkansas' minimum requirements for auto insurance are:
- $25,000 bodily injury liability per person
- $50,000 bodily injury liability per accident
- $25,000 property damage liability per accident
Trucking companies may need additional insurance coverage to comply with regulations.
Though it's not required, personal vehicles driven for work purposes should be covered by hired and non-owned auto insurance (HNOA), as personal auto policies usually exclude business use. It can be added to general liability insurance or a business owner's policy (BOP).
How much does small business insurance cost in AR?
Commercial insurance can be affordable for small business owners. Based on policy data from Insureon customers in Arkansas, the average costs are:
General liability: $42 per month
Workers' comp: $59 per month
Professional liability/E&O: $104 per month
Factors that influence business insurance costs include:
- Your industry and risks
- Business operations
- Number of employees
- Location, such as Fayetteville or Little Rock
- Policy limits and deductibles
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FAQs about Arkansas business insurance
Review answers to frequently asked questions about Arkansas insurance.
How do I get a certificate of insurance for my business?
Insureon's licensed agents can help you find business liability insurance that fulfills Arkansas' requirements and protects against financial loss. Once you've purchased insurance with us, you can download a certificate of insurance (COI) by logging into your account.
Can my company be held liable for a data security breach?
Yes – that's why cyber insurance is so crucial. Small businesses are a common target of cyberattacks since they often have fewer security measures in place.
Arkansas' data breach laws require businesses to report security breaches to affected residents, and the costs can escalate quickly. Cyber liability insurance lessens the financial impact by paying for notification costs, legal fees, and fines.
Does my industry affect state business insurance requirements?
Yes, your state may have special requirements for business insurance and bonds for your industry. You may also need a license depending on the work you do.
Contractors in Arkansas often need to carry contractor general liability insurance or surety bonds to perform certain types of work. Having the right insurance and bonds helps you comply with state licensing requirements.
Real estate agents and brokers and other professionals who offer advice or services sometimes need errors and omissions insurance (E&O) to get licensed in their state.
Note that cities and counties may have their own laws, in addition to state laws.
How can I save money on Arkansas business insurance?
As with any purchase, shopping around is one of the best ways to find an affordable option. With Insureon, you can compare quotes from top-rated insurance companies by filling out a free online application.
Other ways to save include bundling policies for a discount, and choosing less expensive policy options, such as lower limits or a higher deductible. Learn more about how to find cheap business insurance.