QBE unveils primary, excess cover for life sciences

QBE North America announced Tuesday it has launched primary and excess liability coverage for life sciences companies.

Coverage is designed for manufacturers and distributors involved with clinical trials, dental and medical devices, personal care, specialty pharmaceuticals and animal health products.

Limits of up to $10 million are offered and coverage available includes products completed operations liability, clinical trial liability, errors and omissions, general liability and health care professional liability.

Surplus lines policies are available for risks in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Minimum policy premiums are $10,000 and the average premium is $50,000.

Coverage can be expanded to include areas like medical professional liability and technology.