Overview of Directors & Officers Insurance
Directors and officers (D&O) insurance helps protect the personal assets of the people who lead an organization when their management decisions are challenged. It may respond to defense costs and liability from claims by investors, employees, regulators, or donors alleging mismanagement or breach of duty, even when leaders acted in good faith.
Directors and officers insurance protects the personal assets of the people who lead your organization when their management decisions are challenged. Claims can come from investors, employees, regulators, competitors, or donors, and defending them can be costly even when leaders acted in good faith.
What is covered by Directors & Officers Insurance?
What does Directors & Officers Insurance cover?
- Defense and liability for claims against directors and officers personally.
- Alleged mismanagement, breach of duty, or misleading statements.
- Certain regulatory and investigative costs.
- Coverage for the organization itself in some claim scenarios.
Why Directors & Officers Insurance Insurance is important
California nonprofits and private companies frequently find that talented board candidates ask about D&O before joining. It can be an important tool for attracting and protecting leadership.
Who needs Directors & Officers Insurance?
Private companies, startups seeking investment, and nonprofits with volunteer boards. Investors and qualified board members often expect D&O to be in place before they commit.
How to get Directors & Officers Insurance
Tell us about your organization, board, and financial picture. We review your governance exposures with you, explain what D&O covers and where it overlaps with other policies, and help you put appropriate protection in place. We stay with you as your organization matures, and we advocate for you if a claim arises.
Common questions about Directors & Officers Insurance
Answering the most frequently asked questions about Directors & Officers Insurance.
Start Your Directors & Officers Insurance Insurance Quote
Schneiderman Insurance Agency makes the process of finding Directors & Officers Insurance insurance convenient for you. Tell us about your situation, we review your risks and options with you, we help you put the right coverage in place, and we stay with you at renewal.
