Who is typically NOT covered under a CGL policy if the named insured is an entity?

A contractor not listed in the policy is typically not covered under a Commercial General Liability (CGL) policy when the named insured is an entity. CGL policies are designed to cover specific entities and individuals as defined within the policy. Coverage is usually extended to the named insured, employees acting within the scope of their employment, and specific individuals or entities explicitly listed in the policy.

Contractors who are not specifically mentioned in the policy do not benefit from the general liability coverage provided to the named insured. This is because CGL policies usually have defined terms and limitations regarding who is covered, emphasizing that only those individuals or entities identified within the policy are protected against liability claims.

In contrast, the business owner’s spouse, employees of the business, and the owner of the business typically receive coverage under the policy, as they fall within the definitions of insured parties as established by the standard terms of a CGL. This coverage allows them protection from claims arising out of the business's operations.