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> I'm hoping that you can help me with some information. I've been
> contracting with a small New England company for about a year and they
> have recently asked me to carry workers comp. and liability insurance.
>
> I'm trying to learn if this is a common request and if contractors are
> carrying either or both. Any advise you can give is appreciated.
It's common enough that we get that kind of business insurance, along with
property and some other kinds, routinely. You can usually get it from a local
insurance broker, much like you arrange for health/dental/vision insurance.
