Applicant Details
Legal entity name, DBA, FEIN or SSN where applicable, full principal names and primary contact information for underwriting inquiries.
A thorough Insurance E&O Proposal helps underwriters evaluate exposures, set appropriate limits, and price risk accurately while reducing follow-up. Properly documented proposals also create a clear factual record that supports binding decisions and claims handling under ESIGN and UETA frameworks.
Each role affects accuracy and speed: preparers supply facts, reviewers check completeness, and underwriters decide terms.
Legal entity name, DBA, FEIN or SSN where applicable, full principal names and primary contact information for underwriting inquiries.
Concise description of professional services offered, revenue by service line, staffing and subcontractor use, and geographic scope of operations.
Prior claims and incidents with dates, amounts paid, reserves, current status, and any litigation details that affect underwriting judgment.
Documentation of quality controls, compliance programs, training, supervision, peer review, and client contract limits that mitigate professional liability.
Desired policy limits, deductible preferences, retroactive date requests, and any endorsements or exclusions required by the applicant.
Attachments such as sample contracts, financial statements, prior policies, CVs of principals, and proof of certifications or licenses.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Applicant Name Field | Required; auto-validate with Magic field detection |
| Claims Disclosure Section | Conditional display when prior claims indicated |
| Attachments Field | Accept PDF/DOCX; max file size set per account |
| Routing Rule | Send to broker, then to underwriting queue sequentially |
Ensure the eSignature platform chosen supports required audits, retention, and any regulatory addenda your industry mandates.
Broker or insurer acknowledges receipt within 1–3 business days.
Initial review commonly completed within 5–10 business days.
Additional information requested within 7–14 days of intake.
Binding or declination typically issued within 10–21 business days for routine risks.
Issued and transmitted within 3–7 business days after binding and payment.
Intake logged and acknowledgement sent to applicant.
Case assigned to an underwriter for review and risk scoring.
Underwriter requests supplemental data or documents if needed.
Underwriter issues terms and policy is bound upon payment.
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| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |