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Public Liability Insurance

Liability insurance (also known in Australia as public liability insurance - or simply public liability) is an insurance cover for individuals and businesses to indemnify against the financial implications of property damage and bodily injury to others. Liability insurance also includes cover for associated legal and professional costs in defending a claim.

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Insurance Essentials: Protecting Your Small Business with Public Liability Coverage
Insurance Essentials: Protecting Your Small Business with Public Liability Coverage
Running a small business in Australia comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One crucial aspect that should never be overlooked is insurance, particularly public liability insurance. The reason is simple: it offers essential protection against claims of property damage or personal injury caused by your business operations. - read more
Decoding Public Liability Insurance: Is It a Must-Have for Your Australian Startup?
Decoding Public Liability Insurance: Is It a Must-Have for Your Australian Startup?
Public liability insurance is an integral safety net designed to protect businesses from the financial risks associated with lawsuits or claims. It provides coverage when a business is found legally responsible for personal injury to a third party or damage to their property. This form of insurance can significantly reduce the burden of legal fees, compensation claims, and other associated costs that may arise from unforeseen incidents. - read more
Common Myths About Public Liability Insurance Debunked
Common Myths About Public Liability Insurance Debunked
Today, we're diving into the world of public liability insurance, a crucial topic for anyone running a small business or working as a self-employed professional in Australia. - read more
Q&A: Common Questions Australian Business Owners Have About Public Liability Insurance
Q&A: Common Questions Australian Business Owners Have About Public Liability Insurance
Public liability insurance is a crucial aspect of managing risk for businesses in Australia. This type of insurance covers costs associated with claims made against a business for property damage or personal injury caused during business operations. - read more
How Public Liability Insurance Can Save Your Business During a Crisis
How Public Liability Insurance Can Save Your Business During a Crisis
Public liability insurance is designed to protect your business from financial loss if you are found liable for causing injury or property damage to a third party. This type of insurance covers legal costs and any compensation claims that might arise from accidents or incidents involving your business operations. - read more

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NorthStandard's 5% P&I Premium Increase: What It Means for Marine Insurers
NorthStandard's 5% P&I Premium Increase: What It Means for Marine Insurers
27 May 2026: Paige Estritori
NorthStandard, a prominent global marine insurer, has announced a 5% increase in Protection and Indemnity (P&I) premiums, effective from 20 February 2026. This decision reflects the company's response to ongoing market unpredictability and associated risks. - read more
High Court Decision Eliminates Liability Cap for Wreck Removal Claims
High Court Decision Eliminates Liability Cap for Wreck Removal Claims
27 May 2026: Paige Estritori
In a landmark decision, Australia's High Court has unanimously ruled that Protection and Indemnity (P&I) insurers cannot limit their liability for wreck removal and pollution clean-up claims. This ruling emerged from the case involving Standard Club UK Ltd, the P&I insurer for CSL Australia, following a 2022 collision at the Port of Devonport, Tasmania. - read more
Cyclone Narelle's Impact on Marine Insurance in Northern Australia
Cyclone Narelle's Impact on Marine Insurance in Northern Australia
27 May 2026: Paige Estritori
Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle, which struck Northern Australia in March 2026, has brought to the forefront the escalating challenges in securing marine hull insurance in regions like Northern Queensland and Western Australia. The cyclone's path, impacting both the Northern Territory and the northwest of Western Australia, exemplifies the increasing volatility of weather patterns and their profound implications for the marine insurance sector. - read more
Vero's 2026 SME Insurance Index Uncovers Critical Risk Management Gaps in Australian Small Businesses
Vero's 2026 SME Insurance Index Uncovers Critical Risk Management Gaps in Australian Small Businesses
27 May 2026: Paige Estritori
Vero's recently released 2026 SME Insurance Index has brought to light significant disparities in risk management practices between small and large Australian businesses. The survey, encompassing over 1,500 enterprises, underscores the pressing need for enhanced risk strategies among small and micro businesses to bolster their resilience in an increasingly volatile economic landscape. - read more
Australian Commercial Insurance Market Maintains Soft Conditions Through First Half of 2026
Australian Commercial Insurance Market Maintains Soft Conditions Through First Half of 2026
27 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian commercial insurance landscape has sustained its soft market conditions through the first half of 2026, characterised by competitive pricing, expanded underwriting capacity, and heightened competition among insurers. This environment presents both opportunities and considerations for businesses seeking to optimise their insurance portfolios. - read more

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Incontestability Clause:
A provision in a life insurance policy that prevents the insurer from voiding coverage due to a misstatement by the insured after a certain period.