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Force Majeure
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Manufacturing Law Blog
Using Force Majeure as Tariff Strategy
Recently, I shared insights about the use of force majeure with Aviation Week Executive Editor Michael Bruno for his story, “Aerospace Industry Mulls Force Majeure In Wake Of Tariffs.” In light…
Transportation Law: Moving Forward
Force Majeure Clauses in Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics Agreements – In the Spotlight Again!
By Bryan Brewer
In the current environment, disruption and lack of predictability are the new norm. As we experienced in the COVID-19 pandemic, the force majeure clause is taking center stage at least…
Global Class & Collective Actions
United States: Navigating Global Trade Uncertainty: Force Majeure and Doctrines That May Excuse Contractual Performance
By Jonathan Tam
In brief Following President Trump’s extensive new import tariffs, many companies are grappling with increased costs and supply chain uncertainty. What happens when a deal becomes financially unsustainable due to…
Global Supply Chain Compliance
US: Navigating Global Supply Chain Uncertainty: Force Majeure and Other Doctrines that May Excuse Contractual Performance
By Jonathan Tam
Following the US administration’s’ extensive new import tariffs, many companies are grappling with increased costs and supply chain uncertainty. What happens when a deal becomes financially unsustainable due to government-imposed…
Global Supply Chain Law Blog
Understanding Force Majeure in an Uncertain World
Please contact Max Rockall and Tim Flamank with any questions. Over the years, we've encountered numerous supply chain challenges, and one recurring issue is the incorrect application of force majeure…
Manufacturing Law Blog
Here’s How Commercial Contracts Can Ease the Cost Burden of New Tariffs Impacting Manufacturers
This week’s post is a re-publishing of an article authored by Business Litigation group chair Edward J. Heath, which ran in the Hartford Business Journal’s "Expert's Corner" on March 24, 2025.…
Best Practices Construction Law
Recovering Time and Costs from Hurricane Helene: Force Majeure Solutions for Contractors
When Hurricane Helene struck North Carolina, it caused severe disruptions to construction projects across the state. Baxter International’s North Cove facility in Marion, N.C., was completely shut down after floodwaters…
ContractsProf Blog
Force Majeure, COVID, and a Win for Lizzo
I've long been on the hunt for a case that illustrates the interaction between a force majeure clause and the COVID-19 pandemic. This might be the one. It also makes…
The Contingency
Commercial Roundup – July 18, 2024
Welcome to summer 2024's first edition of Commercial Roundup. Force majeure clause in contract for "firm" supply of natural gas from Texas to Arizona didn't require seller to show Storm…
Texas Construction Law Blog
Preparing Contracts for Hurricane Season – Force Majeure
By Patrick Kelly, Graham Quinn
Co-author Mary Hatcher* The recent derecho storm in May and Hurricane Beryl just this week caused severe damage throughout Houston and the surrounding area. The intense winds and flash flooding…