Document background
An Authority To Claim Letter is a crucial legal instrument used in Belgian business and legal practice when one party needs to formally authorize another to handle claims on their behalf. This document type is commonly required by insurance companies, financial institutions, and government authorities in Belgium when processing claims where the principal party cannot or prefers not to handle the claim directly. The letter must comply with Belgian Civil Code requirements regarding powers of attorney and representation, as well as data protection regulations. It typically includes specific details about the claim(s) in question, the extent of authority granted, and the duration of the authorization. The document's format and content are influenced by Belgian legal requirements for formal authorizations and should be drafted to ensure enforceability under Belgian law.
