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Insurance for general contractors in New York.
In New York, general contractors usually need general liability and workers' compensation. On workers' compensation, New York's rule is: Required for virtually all employers with one or more employees (WCL §2 and §3).[S]New York workers' compensation threshold
Updated 2026-05-16 · Beaconcover editorial§ 01
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Licensing notes for New York.
- Mandatory disability benefits (DBL) coverage is separate from workers' comp
- NYC home-improvement contractors require a local license
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Coverage general contractors typically need.
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