{"id":12029,"date":"2020-02-19T10:51:27","date_gmt":"2020-02-19T10:51:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/securenow.in\/blog\/?p=12029"},"modified":"2026-01-12T07:24:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T07:24:53","slug":"3-things-you-can-customize-while-buying-do-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/securenow.in\/insuropedia\/3-things-you-can-customize-while-buying-do-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"How can you customize a D&#038;O insurance policy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the great advantages of having experienced directors and officers in your firm include skyrocketing sales, marketplace successes, and growing revenues. They are capable of and responsible for taking so many critical decisions that help a business grow towards ever-greater heights. However, there are situations where these very decisions can land them in legal trouble. You, being a part of your company\u2019s directorial board, might have to face Directors and Officers (D&amp;O) lawsuits resulting from the actions or decisions of various stakeholders. This is where relying upon a <\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/securenow.in\/commercial-liability-insurance\/director-officer-liability-insurance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">directors liability insurance in India<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> makes eminent sense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A D&amp;O insurance policy covers a wide range of litigation that can arise from consumers, shareholders, and even employees. The insurance company will pay you for defense costs as per policy terms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have just started your firm, you might not know about the importance of directors liability insurance in India. There are several crucial factors that you need to think about while buying D&amp;O insurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Additional Read: <\/b><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/securenow.in\/insuropedia\/what-is-the-big-advantages-of-having-a-do-policy-over-not-having-a-policy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the advantages of D&amp;O policy?<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Should you consider customising the D&amp;O policy?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of it from a buyer\u2019s perspective. Most of the time, you do not buy products or services exactly the way a manufacturer or supplier sells them. Instead, you look for ways to customize them to make them more effectively fit your needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider this example \u2013 You head into a jewelry store to buy a ring. The salesman shows you several rings based on your preferences, but you do not like any. So, you decide to customize one of the rings according to your liking, add some pearls or get it made in white gold instead of yellow gold.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, it\u2019s easy to customize directors\u2019 liability insurance in India. There are several components of a D&amp;O insurance policy that you can change based on your business needs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sum Assured<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the primary factors that determine the D&amp;O insurance premium is the sum assured that you choose. In insurance terms, it is the maximum amount your policy assures you in the event of a claim against any unforeseeable situation covered under its terms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you ask insurers for a quote for directors liability insurance in India, they will offer a premium for a specific sum assured.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, an insurer offers you a D&amp;O policy with a sum assured of Rs. 1 crore at a premium of around Rs. 25,000 rupees annually. If you feel you need a higher sum assured, say Rs. 2 crores, it will be available at a higher premium.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Territory and Jurisdiction Limit<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a multinational business, stakeholders aren\u2019t limited to just one country. That\u2019s why D&amp;O claims may arise from across borders in some situations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While buying directors liability insurance in India, it is crucial that you check for policy clauses that talk about territory and jurisdiction limits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The D&amp;O insurance benefits will depend a lot on these limits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The territorial limit covers geographical boundaries within which claims related to the policy are covered. If your policy\u2019s territory is India only, it won\u2019t cover claims made outside India. On the other hand, if your policy\u2019s jurisdiction limit is \u2018Worldwide excluding US\/Canada,\u2019 it won\u2019t cover claims brought in courts in the USA or Canada.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose these limits depending on the geographic extent of your business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Entity EPLI<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employment Practices Liability Insurance, also known as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/securenow.in\/insuropedia\/what-do-you-mean-by-epli-is-it-covered-in-do-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">EPLI<\/span><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is a significant part of directors\u2019 liability insurance in India. It covers your firm\u2019s directors against the claims made by your employees. However, Entity EPLI is its extension that includes cover for the firm along with the directors in legal cases related to employment malpractices. The premium you pay for a D&amp;O policy also depends on whether you have chosen to include entity EPLI or not. It means you can add it if it is not a part of the selected policy\u2019s terms or remove it to lower down the premium.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You get several benefits by choosing a suitable D&amp;O policy for your firm with the appropriate customization. It is crucial for you to know about ways to personalize it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>About The Author<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Rajesh\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MBA Finance<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a wealth of expertise in the insurance realm, Rajesh is a distinguished writer specializing in articles focusing on directors and officers insurance for SecureNow. Boasting 9 years of experience in the industry, he profoundly understands the complexities surrounding directors and officers liability coverage. Their articles delve into the intricacies of D&amp;O insurance, providing readers with invaluable insights into risk mitigation strategies and policy considerations. Renowned for their comprehensive knowledge and attention to detail, Rajesh is dedicated to delivering informative and engaging content that empowers individuals and businesses to navigate the complexities of insurance with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A D&#038;O insurance policy has components that you can customize to meet your business needs. 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