Liquor Liability Insurance for Catering Businesses
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Affordable, High-Quality Alcohol Catering Insurance
Liquor liability insurance for caterers can shield you from the cost of lawsuits, legal claims, and damages from selling or serving alcohol.
A+ Rated, Comprehensive Coverage: General liability and liquor catering insurance can cover the most common claims businesses face. Plus, optional coverage allows you to customize your policy even more with add-ons like cyber liability insurance and tools and equipment coverage.
Shield Your Catering Business From Costly Claims: If an intoxicated guest hurts somebody or causes property damage, you could be held financially liable. Liquor liability insurance for caterers can cover expenses like medical bills, repair costs, and legal fees so you’re not stuck covering the bill on your own.
What Is Liquor Catering Liability Insurance?
Liquor catering insurance is general and liquor liability coverage for caterers that sell, serve, or provide alcohol. It protects you and your business from costly claims resulting from an intoxicated customer.
According to most dram shop laws, you can be held responsible if a drunk patron causes an accident, especially if they were overserved or underage. Liquor catering insurance could absorb some or all of those expenses, protecting you and your business.
How Much Does Liquor Liability Insurance for Caterers Cost?
General and liquor liability insurance for caterers starts as low as $550 per year or $35.42 per month.
Your final cost depends on your state, the limits you select, and the nature of your business.
Do I Need Alcohol Catering Insurance?
Yes. Many states require you to carry liquor liability insurance if your catering business sells or serves alcohol. Most venues also require caterers to show proof of insurance.
Even if it’s not mandatory, alcohol catering insurance can save you from massive claims that could otherwise bankrupt your business.
Coverage Details
Occurrence Limit*
$100,000 – $1,000,000
Aggregate Limit*
$300,000 – $2,000,000
Products & Completed Operations Aggregate
$1,000,000
Personal & Advertising Injury
$1,000,000
Each Occurrence Limit
$1,000,000
Damage to Premises Rented to You
$100,000
Medical Expense Limit
$5,000
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What Claims Are Covered by Liquor Liability Insurance for Caterers?
Liquor liability insurance for caterers covers common claims you may face in your operations. These include third-person bodily injury, personal or advertising injury, and property damage claims.
If you overserve a customer or accidentally provide alcohol to a minor, liquor liability can help cover medical bills, legal fees, and other financial responsibilities that may result from their actions while intoxicated.
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FAQs About Liquor Liability Insurance for Caterers
What Is the Difference Between Liquor Liability Insurance and General Liability Insurance?
General and liquor liability insurance cover different parts of your business, and you need both to protect the full scope of your operations.
General liability responds to third-party claims that don’t involve alcohol. For example, if a customer slips on a spilled drink near the bar and injures their back. On the other hand, liquor liability handles alcohol-related claims, like if an intoxicated customer backs their car into the venue’s deck and damages it.
What Types of Events Are Covered Under Liquor Catering Insurance?
Liquor liability insurance for caterers protects you at nearly any event where your business serves alcohol, including:
- Weddings
- Birthday parties
- Corporate events
- Anniversary parties
- Graduation parties
- Holiday parties
As long as your business has all legally required permits and licenses, you have coverage.
What Are the Risks of Not Having Liquor Catering Insurance?
Operating without alcohol catering insurance could result in huge expenses for yourself and your business. If an intoxicated customer causes an accident, you could be forced to pay for court costs, hospital bills, repair fees, and other related costs out of pocket. This can lead to business closure and even bankruptcy.
Still have questions regarding our policies? Feel free to reach out to our licensed insurance agents. We are available Monday through Friday from 8am–8pm ET.
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