What type of coverage typically protects a business's income or expenses during a disaster?

Business interruption insurance is specifically designed to protect a business's income and cover ongoing expenses during a period when the business cannot operate due to a disaster or unexpected event, such as a fire, flood, or other property damage. This type of coverage fills the financial gap by compensating for lost income and helping to cover fixed expenses, such as rent, utilities, and salaries, allowing the business to recover more smoothly after a disruption.

In the context of the other options, commercial property insurance primarily focuses on protecting the physical assets of the business, such as buildings and equipment, against loss or damage. General liability insurance provides coverage against claims of bodily injury or property damage to third parties, and workers' compensation insurance covers medical expenses and lost wages for employees who are injured on the job. While all these types of insurance are essential for a business, they do not specifically address the loss of income or the need to manage ongoing expenses when operations are halted. This distinction makes business interruption insurance the appropriate choice for the question asked.