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Title Agents may not be able to personally handle every aspect of their client's title search and the type of exposures they may face are changing rapidly. Every Title Agent ought to have [Errors & Omissions](http://www.axisins.com/products/) insurance - it will pay for their legal defense costs (even on a baseless claim), and any resulting judgments, including court fees. In some cases, Title underwriters may actually require agents and their subcontractors to have E&O insurance to protect them from claims, even if the problem occurs months after their initial consultation. Remember, E&O insurance coverage is **not provided by a General Liability policy**. Title professionals who have General Liability without Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) coverage are taking a serious risk. 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