CPH Insurance is pleased to announce new professional liability insurance for behavior specialists. Occupations now covered include Behavior Consultants, Behavior Specialists, Behavior Technician, Behavior Therapist, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
This coverage is ideal for anyone working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Whether working in schools, private residences, or an office, behavioral issues will be encountered. Even professionals working in early intervention are sure to come across difficulties at times.
Most often, the agency you are working for will require that you purchase professional liability insurance for allied health professionals. Whether working for a school or municipality, purchasing a policy may be mandatory to your job function, and it is particularly valuable in this field. Allegations of negligence, professional misconduct, and breach of confidentiality are examples of types of claims covered by a professional liability insurance policy.
Similarly, claims of improper restraint are a risk factor many behavioral professionals face. When helping individuals with behavioral issues, their risk of an outburst leading to attempted use of force, and how you respond to that force may someday be questioned. Don’t wait until you encounter a problem to consider proper protection. Even if you use best practices within the standard of care for your industry you could still face a lawsuit.
Professional liability insurance for behavior specialists allows you to do your job without worrying about the risk of such claims being made against you. Professional liability insurance for allied health providers, protects you from claims a client might make against you regarding the services you provide. These claims and allegations would not only be financially damaging, they could cost you your license or certification.
A valuable resource to keep in mind is the Avoiding Liability Helpline offered to CPH Insurance’s policyholders. Here behavioral specialists can consult with legal professionals about questions regarding liability. Discussing these concerns early is the best way to protect oneself against future problems. These 2 free hours of consultation for policyholders will help prevent costly lawsuits down the road.
Professional liability insurance doesn’t have to be complicated. CPH Insurance takes the guesswork out of the equation, making it simple to protect yourself so you can focus on doing what you do best.
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