Media & IP Liability
Media and intellectual property liability protects developers against claims of copyright infringement, trademark violation, and unauthorized use of third-party IP in your software.
About Media & IP Liability
Software is full of IP risk. Using an image library you thought was open-source that wasn't, incorporating GPL-licensed code into a proprietary product, inadvertently shipping code that infringes a software patent — these claims are increasingly common and expensive to defend.
Media liability insurance covers legal defense costs and damages for content and IP-related claims. It's especially important for SaaS founders, app developers, and agencies that produce content-rich applications.
What's Covered
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my Tech E&O policy cover IP infringement?
Standard Tech E&O may exclude IP claims. Media liability fills this gap. We'll review your full portfolio to identify and close coverage gaps.
Does this cover patent trolls?
Yes — patent infringement defense is a major use case. Legal costs to defend against even a frivolous patent claim can exceed $500K. Coverage is critical.