AXIS Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance for ASAEM Appetite Guide

What type of business is it good for?

Associations engaged in standard setting, accreditation activities, industry education and related services.

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Single policy protects against professional liability, content liability and security/privacy liability

Broad definition of content applicable, including web sites, social media, professional opinions and more

Full policy limits available for defense of antitrust claims

Associations exist to provide information, set standards and in many cases, accredit participants in the industry they serve. This opens the door to a wide range of liabilities that general liability and directors and officers liability insurance often fail to cover. With decades of combined experience, and supported by a specialized team, AXIS can help identify each association's unique exposure and tailor coverage accordingly. We are the only provider of professional errors & omissions liability coverage endorsed by the American Society of Association Executives. Definitions include the administration of member services and content for today's landscape —which may include social media and advertising. Favorable consent to settle clauses in our contracts give associations more control over a settlement and how it might affect their business practices.

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Definition of services includes:
- The administration of member services
- Internet media services
Definition of matter includes social media venues plus advertising services
First-party coverages:
- Crisis management and public relations expense
- Computer system extortion expense and loss
- Business interruption and data recovery expense (optional by endorsement)
Coverage for personal injury liability exposures
Defense against allegations of unfair or deceptive trade practices
Punitive damages coverage with provisions for most favorable venue, where allowed by law
Favorable consent to settle clause giving insured more control over settlement
Coverage for innocent insureds for conduct of rogue employees
Worldwide coverage where allowed by law
Primary or excess coverage available
Spousal coverage
Subpoena assistance expense
Donation fulfillment
Fundraising event blackout
Image restoration and counseling
Temporary meeting facilities expense

Technology services, including PCI-DSS coverage, Social engineering, ransomware, business interruption and data recovery

Associations that:

Set and develop standards
Produce and publish printed material
Produce and publish interactive media
Publish technical material in any format

Perform consulting services
Administer continuing education programs
Offer certification and accreditation programs
Create specifications, guidelines and principles
Provide online and classroom development

All capabilities (including deductibles, self-insured retentions, limits of liability and minimum premium) are for illustrative purposes only as to products offered by AXIS insurers licensed in the state and not necessarily indicative of the capabilities of any other AXIS company.

Not all insurance coverages or products are available in all states and policy terms may vary based upon individual state requirements. Issuance of coverage is subject to underwriting and coverage depends upon the actual facts of each case and the terms, conditions and exclusions of each individual policy. anyone interested in an insurance policy should request a copy of the policy itself for a description of the scope and limitations of coverage The information on this Website is provided for informational purposes only and is not an offer to sell, or a solicitation to buy, any particular insurance product. No insurance product is offered or will be sold in any state in which such offer or solicitation would be unlawful under the laws of such state. Certain products may be offered by AXIS companies not licensed in your state and therefore may only available through a licensed surplus lines broker. Surplus lines insurers do not generally participate in state guaranty funds and insureds are not protected by such finds, and surplus lines insurers are not always subject to the same insurance regulatory standards applicable to licensed insurance companies.

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