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Errors and omissions vs professional indemnity

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Chris Andreou

Errors and omissions vs professional indemnity guide

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Errors and omissions insurance and professional indemnity insurance are different terms used to refer to the same insurance cover. 'Errors and omissions insurance' is more commonly used in the US, while the term 'professional indemnity insurance' is typically used in the UK.

Professional indemnity insurance is designed to protect you against legal liability for breach of professional duty while carrying out your business activities. For instance, if a client believes that your service is inadequate or if you've made a mistake, the insurance will cover you against claims the client makes against you.

Errors and omissions insurance and professional indemnity insurance are different terms used to refer to the same insurance cover. 'Errors and omissions insurance' is more commonly used in the US, while the term 'professional indemnity insurance' is typically used in the UK.

Professional indemnity insurance is designed to protect you against legal liability for breach of professional duty while carrying out your business activities. For instance, if a client believes that your service is inadequate or if you've made a mistake, the insurance will cover you against claims the client makes against you.

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