Certificate of Insurance (COI)

A one-page summary, usually on an ACORD 25 form, showing which policies a firm carries, the limits and key endorsements.

What it means for your firm

A certificate is evidence of insurance, not the policy itself. It does not add or change coverage.

Contracts often list exactly what the certificate must show. We check those requirements before the certificate is issued.

Articles that explain it

General definition for education only. It is not an interpretation of any policy or contract, and it is not legal advice. The wording of your own policy and contract controls. Policies and definitions vary by insurance company.

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Starting out or renewing, with a policy in hand or not. If something is worth discussing, we’ll call. If not, we’ll say so.