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Media Liability Insurance - Let us find your best coverage - protection for publishers and content creators
Anyone who publishes content – online, in print or on air – can be sued for defamation, copyright or privacy violations. Carriers look at your content review and clearance process. Send us a few details and we will shop 50+ carriers for your best rate – no cost, no obligation. Prefer to talk? Call 800-616-3490.
Media Liability Quote Request
Applicant Information:
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- Types of media you produce
- Content review and clearance process
- Samples or links to published work
- Prior claims or takedown notices
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Coverage details
What Media Liability coverage includes
Anyone who publishes content – online, in print or on air – can be sued for defamation, copyright or privacy violations.
- Defamation - Libel and slander claims from published content.
- Copyright infringement - Use of text, images, music or video without rights.
- Trademark infringement - Claims over names, logos and slogans in content.
- Invasion of privacy - False light, public disclosure and misappropriation.
- Defense costs - Attorney fees, often including takedown demands.
Good to know: a written clearance procedure, pre-publication legal review for sensitive pieces and licenses for all music and stock images usually lower the price.
Not covered: patent infringement, breach of contract, intentional infringement, and fines or royalties owed under licenses.
Insurance Application:
Media Liability
Required forms
Media Liability Supplemental Application (PDF)
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Contact details
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