Directors & Officers Liability Insurance 

Protect Your Directors & Officers from Liability

Directors and Officers Liability Insurance (D&O Insurance) is a type of policy that protects those who serve as business directors or officers from personal losses in the event that they are sued. D&O coverage applies if the business is sued by its employees, vendors, customers, or any other parties.

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Why Is D&O Liability Insurance Important?

This type of insurance policy is important because of the sheer volume of D&O claims that a business is vulnerable to, even if they are small or average-sized. This can include securities litigation, gross negligence, regulatory compliance, wrongful termination, breaches of fiduciary duty, and allegations of misrepresentation.


A D&O policy can help build out a well-rounded risk management strategy for your organization. It can help attract top-tier executives, officers, and other board member candidates and retain them for years to come.

What is Covered in Directors & Officers Insurance?

While the specifics of all policies will vary slightly depending on the provider you choose, most D&O insurance covers defense costs, settlements, and other financial costs tied to any allegations of a wrongful act and the resulting lawsuit. Other examples of the types of situations that are covered under a directors and officers liability insurance policy include:


  • Accusations of mismanaged funds
  • Serious grievances that are filed by employees
  • Instances of slander, libel, or copyright infringement
  • Failure to meet mandatory regulatory compliance (intentionally or unintentionally)

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Who Should Have D&O Insurance


With claims against a company and its leadership team becoming increasingly common, D&O insurance is meant to help businesses avoid potentially massive expenses related to this type of litigation. Any organization with a board of directors should have a D&O policy as part of its risk management strategy. This includes private companies, public companies, nonprofit organizations, and financial institutions.

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FAQS

  • What types of insurance coverage should be paired with D&O insurance?

    For full protection, businesses should also consider management liability, employment practices liability, cyber liability, and other additional coverages that cover different aspects of an organization.

  • What are some common exclusions on D&O policies?

    Most D&O policies do not cover fraudulent or criminal activities, bodily injury, property damage, or contractual breaches. 

  • How much does a D&O policy cost?

    The cost of a D&O policy can vary depending on the business’s size, financial stability, and industry.