Brokers & Reinsurance Markets Association - Event Information
Event Name:
BRMA Webinar - Forever Chemicals: A Recipe for Never-Ending Litigation?
Description:
The environmental effects of PFAS – commonly known as forever chemicals – have sparked litigation and new regulations in recent years. As the name suggests, they will be around for a while, but how long-lasting will their effects be on the insurance and reinsurance industry? This presentation will provide an overview of what PFAS are and explore the issues insurers and reinsurers are facing with this class of pollutants.
Speaker: Peter B. Steffen, Esq., Partner, Freeborn & Peters LLP
For more than 17 years, Peter Steffen has worked to solve clients’ problems by representing them in a wide array of disputes in both the life reinsurance and property/casualty reinsurance arenas. As a veteran practitioner, Mr. Steffen understands the unique issues facing the reinsurance industry and has ample arbitration and court experience. Additionally, Mr. Steffen has assisted clients by leading internal investigations, has supervised and coordinated litigation in international jurisdictions, and has advised clients with regard to accounting liability, regulatory matters, and antitrust risks.
