Peter van den Broek
Specialismen
AVB /Property / Productaansprakelijkheid / Product recall / Technische Verzekeringen / Bouwschade / Dekkingsgeschillen / Opstellen & beoordelen polisvoorwaarden
Profiel
Peter adviseert en procedeert in materiële schadezaken en daarbij spelende dekkingskwesties op AVB, Property of Technische verzekeringspolissen. Deze zaken omvatten onder meer productaansprakelijkheidsclaims en brand en bouw gerelateerde claims. Daarnaast adviseert Peter over de ontwikkeling en redactie van polisvoorwaarden.
Peter heeft verder een sterke (internationale) praktijk in productveiligheid en product recall, waarin hij zowel fabrikanten als verzekeraars bijstaat.
Peter is docent van de PO-cursus Actualiteiten aansprakelijkheidsrecht aan de VU Law Academy. Hij is lid van de Vereniging voor Aansprakelijkheid- en Schadevergoedingsrecht, Nederlandse Vereniging voor Verzekeringswetenschap, Amsterdamsche Beurs Club, Beurs Club Technische Verzekeringen en de Amsterdamse Beurs Brand Sociëteit.
Peter is lid van het team voor Recall Solutions, een samenwerking met schade-expertisebureau Sedgwick en communicatieadviesbureau Bex* communicatie. Een unieke bundeling van drie specialismen op het gebied van product recall. Eén loket waar u dag en nacht terecht kunt voor alle services die u nodig heeft tijdens een acuut voedsel- of productveiligheidsprobleem, of bij de voorbereiding dan wel nasleep van een recall.
Aanbevelingen
Chambers Europe 2023 - Insurance - Ranked
Peter van den Broek specialises in contentious coverage mandates, with a particular focus on business interruption and product liability disputes. He also acts for clients on professional indemnity matters. "Peter has a great track record. His work is very good and he is solution-oriented."
The Legal 500 EMEA 2022 - Insurance - Tier 1
Reflective of Kennedy Van der Laan‘s presence in the insurance market, it generates mandates from a wide variety of clients, notably insurance companies active in the Netherlands, insurance brokers, loss adjusters, insurance brokers and corporates. The firm is highly active in insurance regulatory matters (an area that is led by Jan Broekhuizen), and it also provides assistance with policy drafting and reviews of policy wording. In addition, insurance claims are another key pillar of the practice; a name to note in this space is Peter van den Broek, whose workload includes international claims and construction-related coverage disputes. Frits van der Woude focuses on policy disputes and professional indemnity claims, and he is also an expert in in D&O liability and professional liability. Chris van Dijk and Petra Oskam are particularly well-known for their personal injury expertise. Erik van Orsouw is another experienced practitioner at the firm.
Chambers Europe 2022 - Insurance - Ranked
Peter van den Broek specialises in dealing with contentious coverage mandates, with a particular focus on business interruption and product safety disputes. One interviewee praises his "ability to brainstorm informally with clients."
Chambers Europe 2021 - Insurance - Ranked
Peter van den Broek assists with recourse disputes and construction liability claims. One interviewee comments: "He is commercial, responsive and enthusiastic."
The Legal 500 EMEA 2020 - Insurance
The team at Kennedy Van der Laan 'provides practical solutions' and also stands out for its 'strong personal relationship' with clients. The firm has a strong record in advising on all aspects of Dutch and European financial services regulation applicable to insurers, brokers and other insurance distributors, as well as assisting with claims and reviewing policy wordings. The 'experienced' Peter van den Broek specialises in product recall. For corporate insurance matters, Jan Broekhuizen is the name to note and Erik van Orsouw leads on work with insurance brokers and intermediaries. Also recommended are Chris van Dijk, Frits van der Woude, Petra Oskam and senior associate Mark Wisse.
Testimonial
‘Peter van den Broek: experienced, efficient, not only a lawyer but also a trusted adviser.‘
Chambers Europe 2020 - Insurance - Ranked
Peter van den Broek handles coverage disputes and drafting policies on behalf of prominent insurers. He is also noted for advising on technical damage claims regarding property or construction. One interviewee says that "he is not only doing what you are asking but is also an adviser," adding: "He will persuade me not to do something; he is very open about things because he knows the business and what is relevant."
The Legal 500 EMEA 2019 - Insurance
Kennedy Van der Laan 'has a pragmatic approach, focuses on priorities, and is a great partner'. Peter van den Broek is recommended along with Frits van der Woude and associate Mark Wisse. Senior partners Erik van Orsouw heads the insurance and liability practice and Chris van Dijk has a focus on claims relating to personal injuries. AIG, Zurich, Chubb, and AON are clients and recent work includes advising on large claims in the construction industry; various regulations and advice on insurance and liability issues in connection with the use of asbestos and the insurance implications of product recalls.
Chambers Europe 2019 - Insurance - Ranked
Peter van den Broek often handles construction and product liability cases, as well as advising on policy drafting. Clients appreciate that he has a "pragmatic approach and is focused on priorities," as well as being "solution-oriented and going the extra mile."
Chambers Europe 2018 - Insurance & Liability - Ranked
"Peter van den Broek has a growing profile in the market, with strong expertise on insurance matters in the construction sector. His focus includes technical damage and property claims, as well as product liability cases."
The Legal 500 EMEA 2018 - Insurance & Liability
"Kennedy Van der Laan’s practice handles all kinds of insurance, including directors’ and officers’ (D&O) liability, personal injury and medical malpractice. Group head Erik van Orsouw is supported by Chris van Dijk, Frits van der Woude, Peter van den Broek and Jan Broekhuizen. AIG and Zurich are clients."
Recent Werk
- Adviseert een internationale verzekeringsmaatschappij in een dekkingsgeschil met betrekking tot een grensoverschrijdende eigendomszaak;
- Adviseert een aantal verzekeringsmaatschappijen over issues met betrekking tot dekkingsgeschillen en het opstellen van polissen;
- Staat een Nederlands energie- en infrastructuurbedrijf en haar partner in een joint venture bij in een spraakmakende verzekerings- en aansprakelijkheidszaak. Het strategisch juridisch advies heeft onder meer betrekking op GL en beleid inzake aansprakelijkheid voor verontreiniging, CAR-verzekeringen en aansprakelijkheid van derden.