Employer Liability Insurance
/ˌɛm.plɔɪ.ɚ lɪˈæbɪləti ɪnˈʃʊərəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Insurance covering an employer’s legal liability for employee injuries or illnesses arising in the course of employment.
The company purchased employer liability insurance to protect itself from claims by injured workers.
Forms
- employer liability insurance
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Commentary
Employer liability insurance often complements workers' compensation, covering gaps where statutory compensation may not apply.
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