An EPLI policy will defend the organization and pay the damages awarded under the terms, conditions, and limits of the policy. Most EPLI policies offer free legal assistance programs. This gives you the opportunity to contact an experienced legal firm to help assist you through an employment issue before it turns into a claim. EPLI policies are written on a “claims made” form, which means it provides insurance coverage for claims that occurred and are made during the policy term or within an extended reporting period if selected. Some EPLI policies contain exclusions that limit coverage during events such as a major workforce reduction, acquisition or merger. Generally, criminal conduct is not covered by an EPLI policy.