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Ghost Policies

UNO's flagship product, explained end to end — what a Ghost Policy is, what it covers, and what it doesn't.

What Is a Ghost Policy? Workers' Comp When You Have No Employees
Ghost Policies
What Is a Ghost Policy? Workers' Comp When You Have No Employees

A ghost policy is real workers' comp for one-person businesses. It lets you send a certificate as proof of coverage. It does not cover you, the owner.

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What a Ghost Policy Does NOT Cover (Read Before You Buy)

A ghost policy does not cover you, the owner. Here's what it does and doesn't do, and what to do if you get hurt.

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Ghost Policy vs. Regular Workers' Comp: The Real Difference

A ghost policy proves your business has workers' comp but never covers you. Regular workers' comp covers employees. Here is the real difference.

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Do Sole Proprietors Need to Cover Themselves? (Owner Exclusion)

Do sole proprietors need to cover themselves? On a ghost policy you reject coverage for yourself. Here's what that means.

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Can I Add an Employee Later? Growing Out of a Ghost Policy

Add an employee later? Learn how to grow out of a ghost policy and get the right coverage.

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Can a Handyman Get a Ghost Policy?

A handyman with no employees or subcontractors can get a ghost policy, as long as no work goes above 15 feet. It does not cover the owner.