Informational Article on Business Interruption Insurance Coverage

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N/A
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Date:
November 05, 2025

Key Highlights

Many standard Business Interruption policies exclude coverage for communicable disease outbreaks like COVID-19.
Coverage typically requires physical damage to the property, which is often absent in revenue loss due to shutdowns.
Contingent Business Interruption (CBI) coverage may be necessary to cover losses from disease, supply chain disruption, or proximity shutdowns.

Description

This document provides critical analysis regarding the applicability of Business Interruption Insurance claims following the COVID-19 outbreak. It details common exclusions, particularly those related to communicable diseases implemented after the 2003 SARS event. The text outlines the standard requirements for a payout (physical damage, insured peril) and suggests that businesses needing coverage for revenue loss due to pandemics should seek specific Contingent Business Interruption (CBI) riders, which cover supply chain issues and proximity losses.

Industry Information

Industry Description:
Analysis of Business Interruption Insurance policies regarding communicable disease outbreaks like COVID-19.
Classification:
Financial Services

Real Estate & Lease

Status:
Not_applicable

Broker Contact

Company:
Compass First
Phone:
805.886.2919

Listing Details

Listing ID:
34a718bb-2f1c-41f1-8edc-6ff706f30046
Deal Status:
For Sale
Date Posted:
March 16, 2020
Last Updated:
November 05, 2025
Currency:
USD

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Insurance Advice COVID-19 Impact Business Interruption Risk Management Broker Content