Management Liability Insurance

Management liability insurance protects managers and employees against any claims that are the result of their actions or decisions.

What is management liability insurance?

When you’re managing a business, you may be personally liable for any actual or alleged breaches of the Corporations Act. And it’s not just large companies that are exposed – small and medium business owners and officers could be at risk as well.

Management liability insurance can help you defend, settle or pay compensation claims, providing protection against the financial exposures that come with managing a company.

A management liability insurance policy can cover the costs of defending directors, managers and employees against any claims that are the result of their actions or decisions.

How you can be protected with management liability insurance

Management liability insurance coverage may vary depending on the insurance policy and insurer. Our insurance brokers can help you find the most suitable management liability insurance policy that meets the needs of your business.

To give you an idea, here’s the type of cover that your policy may include:

Employment practice liability
Cover the cost of paying claims of employment breaches, such as wrongful dismissal, bullying or discrimination
Directors’ and officers’ liability
Protects your proprietary limited company’s past, present and future directors, officers and managers against claims of wrongful acts, such as misrepresentation or breach of duty (subject to business size)
Crime
Protects your business against claims such as employee or third party fraud (not all criminal activity is covered)
Corporate liability
Covers costs that your business would incur if you need to defend and settle claims from outside parties alleging wrongful conduct, as well as investigation into the affairs of the company
Statutory liability
Covers the cost of defence, fines and penalties under some statutes e.g. Work Health and Safety (fines under Work Health and Safety cannot be covered by insurance in NSW)
Defence costs
Covers your legal costs if your business ends up in court

Does my business need management liability insurance?

Whether you’re a small business or a larger enterprise, management liability insurance is important help protect against unpredictable and potentially large liability claims.

When your business faces unexpected liability costs, a management liability insurance policy can protect your business and personal assets, such as your home, from being sold to cover the cost of paying claims.

Case study

A former employee claims they were wrongfully dismissed from your business because they were unwell at the time their position was terminated. They want to be reinstated to their role and remunerated for their loss of income while they were out of work. After numerous unsuccessful conciliation attempts, the matter is brought before a court and you have to pay damages to your former employee.

A management liability policy allows you to recover some or all of these costs so you can continue to run your business without having to sell your business or personal assets. Depending on your policy, you may be able to make a claim for your legal defence costs, as well as the amount paid to your former employee.

Tips or other things to know about management liability insurance

Exclusions and the excess you need to pay for insurance coverage can vary greatly depending on your insurer.

Policies generally won’t include cover for:

  • Cyber crime, unless specifically set out in your policy (you can get cover extensions in some cases)
  • Employee entitlements
  • Property damage or bodily injury

There may be other exclusions which our insurance brokers can outline for you.

Have a question? We can help

Do I need management liability Insurance?

Whether you’re a small business or a larger enterprise, management liability insurance is important.

Management liability insurance protects you against allegations you mismanaged your company, covering the cost of paying liability claims.

Our team of brokers can help compare and explain the myriad of insurance options on the market for you, providing expert advice to implement your chosen plan.

How much does a management liability insurance policy cost?

The cost of management liability insurance can vary depending on the needs of your organisation.

Finding the insurance for your business can be time-consuming. Our brokers have extensive knowledge of the market, which means we can find you the right policy with the right cover at the best possible premium tailored to your business needs.

What is the difference between professional liability and management liability?

Management liability insurance protects owners, managers and directors against allegations they mismanaged their company. Professional indemnity insurance protects you against claims from clients and third parties regarding professional advice or services you’ve provided.

Our brokers can help you compare and tailor a quote to ensure you are adequately covered.

Do owners and operators of small to medium enterprises need professional indemnity insurance?

Management liability insurance can provide vital protection for business owners, who may otherwise be liable for damages arising from their business practices.

For more information and case studies on how management liability insurance can cover small business owners, see our story on Management liability insurance explained.

What is management liability insurance Australia?

Management Liability Insurance provides financial protection for managers and employees against any claims that are the result of their actions or decisions. If a claim is made, your insurer may cover any court-imposed compensation or settlements including legal defence costs.

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