Consultants Professional Liability Program from Preferred Concepts LLC
Preferred Concepts LLC, through its partnership with Mercator Risk Services, offers a specialized Professional Liability program tailored for consultants and consulting firms. Whether your client is a solo consultant or a larger firm with a niche specialty, this program is designed to provide flexible, comprehensive coverage—even for harder-to-place accounts.
Ideal Accounts and Target Consulting Classes
This program accommodates a broad range of consulting disciplines, including both traditional and non-traditional areas. Common types of consultants eligible for coverage include:
- Management Consultants
- Marketing Consultants
- Computer/Systems Consultants
- Environmental Consultants
- Safety Consultants
- Medical Consultants
- Engineering Consultants
Mercator Risk Services has also successfully placed coverage for more unusual or niche consulting operations, including:
- Wine Consultants
- Avalanche Control Consultants
- Sports Marketing Consultants
- Nuclear Power Plant Consultants
- Zoo Consultants
- Playground Consultants
If your client provides specialized advice or services in a unique industry, this program could be a great fit—even if they’ve been declined elsewhere.
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
This Professional Liability program is built to address the specific risks consultants face, such as claims arising from alleged errors, omissions, or negligence in their professional services. Key features include:
- Flexible limits and deductible options
- Access to multiple carriers for competitive placement
- Coverage available for both individual consultants and multi-person firms
- Solutions for new ventures and established businesses
Coverage is offered on a non-admitted basis, allowing for customized solutions that might not be available in the admitted market.
Underwriting Approach and Submission Tips
Mercator Risk Services is known for its ability to underwrite challenging or distressed accounts. If you have a consultant client with prior claims, unusual exposures, or a unique business model, this program can still be a viable option. Submissions should include a completed application and full details of services offered, claims history, and risk controls in place.
Territories and Availability
This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, including AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
Why Work with Preferred Concepts LLC
Preferred Concepts LLC, through Mercator Risk Services, brings deep expertise in professional liability for consultants. They’ve built a reputation for delivering responsive service and creative underwriting solutions. With access to a variety of carriers, they can tailor coverage to fit both standard and unusual consulting risks. Whether you're working with a traditional management consultant or a one-of-a-kind specialty adviser, this program can help you deliver the right protection for your client.
For more information, please call (860) 527-9717 or send an email to [email protected]. Additional resources, including applications and product information, are available at www.mercatorpro.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of consultant accounts are eligible for this program?
The program covers a wide range of consulting fields, including management, marketing, IT, environmental, and even niche specialties like wine or zoo consultants.
Can I submit accounts that have prior claims or are hard to place?
Yes, Mercator Risk Services specializes in hard-to-place and distressed risks. They welcome submissions for accounts that may not qualify elsewhere.
What states is this program available in?
The program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Is this coverage admitted or non-admitted?
This is a non-admitted program, allowing for greater flexibility in crafting coverage for unique or complex risks.
What information is needed to get a quote?
Submit a completed application along with service descriptions, loss history, and any relevant risk management details to begin the quoting process.
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