Comprehensive Crime Endorsement

What Does Comprehensive Crime Endorsement Mean?

A comprehensive crime endorsement is an addition to a commercial package policy that provides insurance coverage for a broad range of criminal activities affecting a business. This endorsement protects against crimes such as forgery, theft, various types of fraud, and the use of counterfeit money.

Insuranceopedia Explains Comprehensive Crime Endorsement

Employee dishonesty and other business-related crimes can lead to significant losses for businesses. This is why many business owners choose to purchase a comprehensive crime endorsement. Such endorsements are often added to commercial package policies, which may also include coverage for property and liabilities. Businesses with many employees who handle money, such as banks, are particularly vulnerable to employee dishonesty crimes, making comprehensive crime endorsements especially valuable for these types of businesses.