Copyright protection
Copyright protection legally grants creators exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, perform, display, or license original works such as books, music, and software. U.S, according to a report from YourInsuranceInfo.
Copyright Office records show that over 690,000 registrations occurred in 2022. Insurance carriers like Hiscox offer media liability policies covering copyright infringement lawsuits, which constituted about 25% of all media insurance claims from 2019–2021 (CNA report).
Business owners often buy intellectual property (IP) insurance to shield against defense costs and damages from copyright disputes; for example, a copyright lawsuit can cost $50,000 to $100,000 to defend (AIG data). Standard general liability insurance does not cover copyright infringement; specialized IP or media liability insurance is required.
Policy exclusions may deny coverage for intentional acts or prior knowledge of infringement–CFC Underwriting notes these are the most common claim denials. Coverage limits typically range from $250,000 to $5 million depending on insurer offerings and industry risk profile.
Content creators including photographers and marketing agencies frequently purchase this coverage due to their high exposure rates–72% of professional photographers reported concerns about accidental infringement (Professional Photographers of America survey). Insurers require risk controls such as clearance procedures before granting coverage; Beazley mandates documented copyright checks for marketing firms applying for policies.
Some insurers provide legal defense and settlement negotiation services alongside financial compensation; Chubb reports that bundled response teams resolve over half of claims pre-litigation. Premiums vary based on business size and revenue but generally range from $1,500 to $10,000 annually for small businesses handling copyrighted content (Embroker data).
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