Updated rules for 2026–2028: this 2023 post covers the original SB 216 change. For current CSLB requirements, see our California Contractor Workers’ Comp & Ghost Policy Guide → Effective January 1, 2023, a new California law Senate Bill 216, Chapter 978, requires Proof of Workers’ Compensation Insurance on file with the CSLB for C-8 Concrete;
Update: This increase is now in effect. Since January 1, 2023, the California Contractor License Bond and the Bond of Qualifying Individual have both been $25,000 (SB 607). LLC licenses also need a separate $100,000 LLC Employee/Worker Bond. Effective January 1, 2023, the Contractors State License Board of California (CSLB) will increase a contractor license
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The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) requires all licensed contractors or license applicants to obtain a license bond, or bond equivalent, as a condition for being licensed. As outlined in section 7071.6 of the California Business & Professions Code, the bond is for the benefit of a contractor’s customers if they are financially harmed
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In our opinion, as Construction Insurance Advisors, and members of The California Building Industry Association and the National Association of Remodelers, getting Online Quotes for insurance can make sense for Life Insurance or Auto Insurance. However, contractors that hop online and generate their own General Liability quotes, without a consultation from a licensed Business Insurance
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What is damage to premises rented to you and what does it cover? Damage to Premises Rented to You coverage is a separate coverage tacked on to most general liability causes that give back a limited amount of coverage in the case of fire damage. If you cause a fire that damages your landlord’s property,
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Below are The Answers to the Most Common Questions we get about The California $100,000 LLC Employee /Worker Bond. Need a $100,000 LLC Employee/Worker Bond? Compare options from multiple surety companies and get your LLC bond quote here. What is the Purpose of the LLC Employee Worker Bond? The purpose of the LLC Employee Worker
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