By Steven Barge-Siever, Esq. If I launch a pooled fund, do I need different insurance? Generally, yes. A standard RIA E&O policy should not be assumed to cover a pooled investment fund. RIA E&O insurance is usually designed to cover claims arising from investment advisory services. A pooled investment fund creates additional risks involving the fund entity, general partner or managing member, fund governance, investor disclosures, valuation, expense allocation, liquidity, c