Legal Insurance - United States | Statista Market Forecast

The Legal Insurance market market in the United States is projected to reach a market size (gross written premium) of US$31.03bn by 2024.
The average spending per capita in the Legal Insurance market market is estimated to be US$90.79 in 2024.
It is expected that the gross written premium will exhibit an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of -0.30%, resulting in a market volume of US$30.58bn by 2029.
The United States is anticipated to generate the highest gross written premium in the global comparison, with US$31.03bn in 2024.
The United States legal insurance market is experiencing a surge in demand due to the increasing complexity and cost of legal services.

Definition:

Legal insurance is a type of coverage that provides individuals and organizations with financial support for legal expenses. When you have legal insurance, you pay regular premiums, and in return, the insurer helps cover the costs of legal services, such as attorney fees and court-related expenses. This insurance is designed to make legal assistance more accessible and affordable, ensuring that policyholders have the necessary support when they encounter legal issues or require legal advice.

Additional information:

The market contains the following KPIs: gross written premium aggregated for all countries and regions, gross written premium per capita, and the share of insureds in the total population for over 50 countries.

Before-the-event legal protection insurance
After-the-event legal protection insurance

All other insurance types, such as life insurance and health insurance
Reinsurance

The Legal Insurance market in the United States is experiencing significant growth and evolution.

Customer preferences: Customers in the United States are increasingly recognizing the value of legal insurance as a means to protect themselves from unexpected legal expenses. With the rising costs of legal services, individuals and businesses are turning to legal insurance to provide them with affordable access to legal representation.

Trends in the market: One notable trend in the United States legal insurance market is the increasing demand for specialized coverage. As legal issues become more complex and diverse, customers are seeking tailored insurance plans that cater to their specific needs. This trend has led to the development of niche legal insurance products that focus on areas such as cyber law, intellectual property, and employment disputes. Another trend shaping the market is the growing popularity of legal insurance among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). As these businesses face various legal challenges in their day-to-day operations, having legal insurance coverage offers them peace of mind and financial protection. This increased adoption among SMEs is driving the overall growth of the legal insurance market in the United States.

Local special circumstances: The legal landscape in the United States is highly litigious, with a multitude of laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels. This complex legal environment has created a strong demand for legal insurance among individuals and businesses looking to navigate the legal system effectively. Additionally, the cultural emphasis on individual rights and legal recourse further fuels the adoption of legal insurance in the country.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The robust economy of the United States plays a crucial role in the growth of the legal insurance market. As disposable incomes rise and the overall wealth of the population increases, more individuals are willing to invest in legal insurance to safeguard their assets and interests. Furthermore, the competitive landscape of the insurance industry in the United States drives innovation and product development in the legal insurance sector, offering customers a wide range of options to choose from.

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2B and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on gross written premium, gross written premium per capita, gross claim payments, loss ratio, and distribution channels.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a Bottom-Up approach, based on a specific rationale for each market layer. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use industry associations, national statistic offices, and international organizations, such as OECD. Next we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations such as insurance consumer spending, gross domestic product, insurance - consumer price index (CPI), population growth. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, exponential trend smoothing and HOLT-linear. The main drivers are insurance consumer spending and insurance - consumer price index (CPI).

Additional Notes:

The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level.

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