Employee Benefits Liability Insurance (EBLI) — Protect Your Business From Benefit Plan Errors

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Employee Benefits Liability Insurance (EBLI) is a type of coverage that protects employers against claims of errors, omissions, or negligence in the administration of employee benefit plans, such as health insurance, retirement, or disability coverage

Any business that offers employee benefits—whether it’s a small business, large corporation, nonprofit, or organization outsourcing HR—should consider EBLI. Even a single administrative error, like failing to enroll an employee in a health plan, can lead to costly lawsuits.

EBLI typically covers claims related to mistakes in enrollment, termination, benefit calculations, and communication of plan details. It provides financial protection for legal fees, settlements, and defense costs if employees file claims over benefits mismanagement.

No. EBLI covers administrative errors in managing employee benefits, while Fiduciary Liability Insurance protects against breaches of fiduciary duty under ERISA. Many businesses carry both policies to ensure full protection.

The cost of EBLI depends on factors like the number of employees, complexity of benefits, claims history, and coverage limits. On average, small businesses pay $300–$1,000 annually, while larger companies may pay $1,000–$5,000 or more.

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