Environmental criminal law

In your business operations, you have to comply with environmental and working conditions legislation in all kinds of ways. Non-compliance with environmental and working conditions legislation may, in addition to administrative enforcement, lead to criminal investigation. This is, for example, often the case when regulations of environmental and water permits are violated due to spills and emissions, when the duty of care as laid down in the Brzo is violated, and when industrial accidents occur. Is your company facing a criminal investigation? Then Ploum is there for you. We assist you in all phases of the criminal investigation. Our attitude is characterised by a proactive attitude towards the Justice department, both in the case of dismissal requests and in the case of settlement negotiations. But, where necessary, we do not shy away from legal proceedings.

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Major Accidents (Risks) Decree (BRZO)

An increasing number of companies in the chemical and non-chemical industrial sector are being designated as ‘BRZO companies’, which means they have to adhere to the BRZO 2015.

Industrial accidents and contingencies

Working conditions legislation sets stringent requirements for avoiding and preventing industrial accidents and contingencies in order to protect employees. However, your company may be confronted with a serious or less serious industrial accident, contingency or environmental incident.

Waste

Current legislation and regulations require your company to take special precautions to ensure safety when handling or transporting hazardous or non-hazardous waste.

Legal assistance

In addition to enforcement pursuant to administrative law, failure to comply with environmental and working conditions legislation may (also) result in a criminal investigation. For example, this is frequently the case when industrial accidents occur, and breach of regulations governing environmental and water permits due to spills and emissions, as well as breach of the duty of due care as stated in the BRZO. When your company is faced with a criminal investigation, our specialists at Ploum are here to help you. We will advise and assist you at all stages of the criminal investigation. Our working method is characterised by a proactive attitude towards the judicial authorities in connection with requests for dismissal as well as settlement negotiations. However, we will not hesitate to instigate legal proceedings when necessary.

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‘The Ploum team’s knowledge base is rock solid and the way they advise fits the client’s needs: so brief, balanced and to the point. The fact that Ploum has a firm industrial client bases in the Rotterdam region is helpful – they know what’s going on.’ - Legal 500 EMEA 2023

‘In-depth knowledge of permitting, able to benchmark with cases from other companies, clear advice on both legal aspects and the visions and perceptions of different stakeholders.’ - Legal 500 EMEA 2023

‘Well-rounded team that truly supplements each other. Focus on practical solutions that get things going again. High level service for boutique costs.’ - Legal 500 EMEA 2023

‘Ploum’s environment and planning practice is very straightforward and practical in the way they support the client. They have the knowledge and theoretical skills, but are able to make the connection to the client’s daily practice.’ - Legal 500 EMEA 2023

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