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Insurance for rideshare drivers in Ohio.
In Ohio, rideshare drivers usually need commercial auto. On workers' compensation, Ohio's rule is: Required for all employers with one or more employees (monopolistic state fund — must purchase from Ohio BWC, not private carriers).[S]Ohio workers' compensation threshold
Updated 2026-05-16 · Beaconcover editorial§ 01
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Licensing notes for Ohio.
- Workers' comp must be obtained via the BWC state fund (not bundled with private carriers)
- Employer's liability is typically handled via a separate stop-gap endorsement
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Coverage rideshare drivers typically need.
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