It is the season for parties and drinking. For the liquor dealer, store, and party host, there is a real exposure to liability. Associated insurance policies give the necessary protection.

Liquor Dealers, Shop Insurance

Due to the enormous risk of theft and required inventory maintenance of enough spirits and wine, liquor dealers and shops are often victims of burglaries and related crimes. Various insurance companies offer necessary coverage on a separate basis while others bundle insurance collectively. Bundled packages consist of hi-liability limits for commercial general liability as well as liquor liability. Insurance policies are written after review of the specific company’s variables:

• Ownership
• Peak performance at particular seasons
• Business reputation
• Type of lighting
• Police surveillance during closed hours

Liquor Liability Insurance for the Host or Hostess

Some insurance companies offer host liquor liability coverage. This type of insurance covers potential liability when a business or private individual hosts a party where guests drink alcoholic beverages. Although commercial general liability insurance doesn’t exclude protection for claims submitted due to liquor usage by businesses that don’t manufacture, sell, distribute or serve spirits or wine, the liquor liability coverage will offer coverage in the event there is a dispute between the commercial general liability insurance policyholder and the insurance company regarding an accident that happened as a result of alcohol consumption.

Liquor Liability and Dram Shop Act Liability Insurance

A business that sells, distributes, or serves alcoholic beverages needs to be covered for indirect liability in the event of injury or damage after a customer is served drinks. Related businesses can include the following establishments:

• Bars
• Restaurants
• Hotels
• Motels

Varying according to state, this type of liquor liability insurance covers both common law and statutory liability exposure and can be obtained from a company that writes specialty policies. Coverage can apply to owners, general lessees, or mortgagors of the business property as well.

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Summary: How do you protect the liquor providing dealer, shop and host? Follow the insurance guide here.