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Liquor liability insurance for Michigan bars

Michigan bars face unique challenges that can lead to significant financial losses. Liquor liability, bodily injury, or property damage are just a few of the risks you may encounter.

With over 20 years of experience working with bars, The Allen Thomas Group understands state’s regulations and provides Michigan bar insurance solutions to protect your nightclub and tavern from these threats. 

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How much does bar insurance cost in Michigan?

There are different cost factors like location, size, and coverage needs. Bar insurance costs in Michigan typically range from $200 to $1,000 annually for general liability coverage, while liquor liability insurance generally costs between $900 and $1,200 per year

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Tailored Policies from The Allen Thomas Group Insurance Agency To Protect Your Bar in Michigan

General liability insurance can help cover third-party claims for bodily injury or damage caused by your business operations. It covers legal fees and potential settlements, preserving your reputation and finances.

Real-life scenario: A customer slips and falls on a wet floor in your bar or restaurant and suffers an injury. 

Our general liability policy covers medical expenses and potential legal costs, arising from injuries caused to them, thus protecting your business from a potentially costly lawsuit.

We protect your business that serves alcohol from claims arising from alcohol-related incidents for which you could be held liable. Also known as dram insurance, liquor liability coverage is crucial for compliance with Michigan law and meets your needs.

Real-life scenario: A patron becomes intoxicated at your bar, leaves, and causes a car accident. The victim sues your establishment that served the alcohol for the accident caused by an intoxicated customer.

Our liquor liability insurance policy may cover legal fees and potential damages arising from that single incident, thus preserving your financial stability.

Get a liquor liability insurance quote from The Allen Thomas Group to cover the incidents related to alcohol use at your bar.

Safeguard your bar’s physical assets, including the building, equipment, and inventory, with comprehensive property insurance. Our property insurance shields your bar’s physical assets from damage or loss. 

We cover buildings, equipment, inventory, and furnishings against risks like fire, theft, and natural disasters.

What if a kitchen fire damages your bar? 

Our property insurance provides coverage for repairs and replacement of damaged items, minimizing downtime and financial loss.

We provide workers’ compensation coverage to comply with Michigan law and protect your employees in the event of potential risks in the hospitality industry. This coverage can protect you in the event a worker gets injured at work site. It would cover their medical expenses and lost wages for work-related injuries or illnesses.

Comply with Michigan’s workers’ compensation laws and provide benefits to injured employees.

What if a bartender cuts their hand while preparing drinks? Workers’ compensation would cover their medical treatment and any lost wages during recovery.

Our cyber liability policies protect your bar from data breaches and cyberattacks. We cover costs associated with data recovery, legal fees, and customer notification in case of a breach.

It safeguards your bar’s sensitive data and operations from cyber threats, including data breaches, ransomware attacks, and business interruption.

Real-life scenario: A hacker accesses your point-of-sale system, stealing customer credit card information. Our cyber liability policy would cover the costs of investigating the breach, notifying affected customers, and potential legal fees.

This coverage protects your income if your bar must close temporarily due to a covered loss. We help cover ongoing expenses and lost profits during the closure period. 

Protect your income and expenses during periods of business interruption due to covered losses.

What if a severe storm damages your bar, forcing a temporary closure? 

Business interruption insurance would help cover your rent, employee wages, and other ongoing expenses during repairs.

More Insight Into The Michigan's Bar Insurance Landscape

Michigan law mandates specific insurance for bars. 

The Michigan Liquor Control Commission requires proof of liquor liability coverage for license approval. Bars must maintain this insurance to operate legally.

Michigan’s Dram Shop Act holds bars liable for serving alcohol to visibly intoxicated patrons. This law underscores the need for robust liquor liability coverage.

What if a patron leaves your bar intoxicated and causes an accident? 

That’s when liquor liability insurance in Michigan would come to your rescue and cover legal fees and damages, potentially saving your business from financial ruin.

Michigan bars must comply with specific insurance requirements to obtain and maintain a liquor license. 

To obtain a liquor license in Michigan, businesses must comply with the regulations set forth by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) and submit the Lc-95 form. It provides information about the owners and operators of the establishment.

For businesses with unique needs, liquor liability insurance may be purchased separately to tailor the coverage to specific requirements. 

Liquor liability insurance protects bars in Michigan from claims arising from over-serving alcohol to patrons, which can lead to accidents or injuries.

The Allen Thomas Group will guide you through the local regulations to ensure you’re fully compliant and have a proof of liquor liability insurance too. 

Michigan bars face a variety of risks, including:

    • Liquor liability: Protect yourself from claims arising from alcohol-related incidents.
    • Property damage: Safeguard your physical assets from fires, floods, vandalism, and other hazards.
    • Employee injuries: Cover medical expenses and lost wages for employees injured on the job.
    • Cyberattacks: Protect your sensitive data and operations from cyber threats.

Let one of our agents help you find the coverage you need for your specific requirements. 

We provide commercial insurance services for each bar’s unique insurance needs and find a policy designed to meet your requirements. 

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Michigan bars face unique challenges that require specialized insurance coverage. 

Now your next question could be: How do I choose the right bar insurance provider? 

You need an insurance provider with expertise in the industry.

As a commercial insurance agency serving Michigan, we understand that it is important to consider various factors, including the risks and challenges facing your business.

We address the specific insurance needs of liquor stores, such as inventory theft and product liability, and provide the best forms of insurance for your type of business that serves alcoholic beverages.

Let’s explain how an insurance program can serve as proof of financial responsibility.

Our team’s deep knowledge of Michigan’s bar industry allows us to:

1. Navigate complex local regulations
2. Identify industry-specific risks
3. Customize policies for optimal protection
4. Offer competitive rates
5. Provide ongoing support and guidance

We partner with top-rated insurance providers to offer a range of coverage options at competitive prices. 

Our flexible payment plans make it easy to maintain the protection your bar needs. 

Get started today to make sure you’re shielded from potential risks. 

The Allen Thomas Group Advantage

  • Specialized knowledge of Michigan’s bar industry
  • Customized insurance plan tailored to your specific needs
  • Competitive rates and flexible payment options
  • Dedicated customer service team
  • Assistance with regulatory compliance
  • Ongoing risk management advice

Real-life scenario: A new craft brewery in Grand Rapids approached us for insurance. 

We conducted a thorough risk assessment, identifying unique exposures related to their brewing equipment and tasting room.

Our tailored restaurant insurance policy package included specialized coverage for their brewing equipment, product liability for their craft beers, and robust liquor liability protection for their tasting room operations.

What if you’re unsure about your current coverage?

We offer free policy reviews to identify gaps and recommend improvements, ensuring your bar has comprehensive protection. 

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Protect your Michigan bar with tailored insurance from The Allen Thomas Group.

Our team is ready to create a customized policy package that meets your unique needs and budget.

Contact us today for your free, no-obligation insurance quote. Call our commercial insurance brokers at (440) 826-3676  to start securing your bar’s future.

Trust insurance experts at The Allen Thomas Group to provide the tailored protection your establishment deserves.

People also ask

In Michigan, bars are required to maintain a minimum liquor liability coverage of $50,000 as mandated by the Michigan Liquor Control Code. This coverage serves as proof of financial responsibility and must be documented using the Commission-approved Proof of Financial Responsibility (LC-95) form submitted to the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC).
Food trucks and mobile bars are typically not covered under standard bar insurance policies, as they have unique risks and requirements. Mobile bars may need additional coverage such as commercial auto insuranceliquor liability insurance, and equipment insurance to adequately protect their business, while food trucks require commercial auto insurancegeneral liability insurance, and product liability insurance to address their specific risks.

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