California Contractor Insurance

Glossary

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Direct answer

The Asena contractor insurance glossary explains common terms such as certificate of insurance, additional insured, completed operations, Workers' Compensation, General Liability, Commercial Auto, bond, deductible, and underwriting. Definitions are educational; the controlling meaning comes from the applicable statute, contract, policy, endorsement, or official agency guidance.

Common questions

Is a certificate of insurance the same as an insurance policy?

No. A certificate is evidence or a summary and does not amend the policy. The policy and endorsements control coverage, limits, exclusions, and additional-insured terms.

Is a contractor license bond the same as insurance?

No. A license bond is a surety obligation connected to licensing. It is not a substitute for General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Commercial Auto, or other insurance coverage.

Why do insurance definitions need context?

A term can have a specific meaning in a policy form, endorsement, statute, contract, or agency rule. Use the definition as a starting point and verify the controlling document or official source for the particular situation.

Official references: California CSLB · CSLB workers' compensation requirements · California DIR employer information · CSLB contractor bond requirements · California Department of Insurance consumer resources

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