Our earlier article explored Delaware case law interpreting force majeure provisions in the context of COVID-19. But what happens when a contract omits or contains a sparse force majeure clause? In ...

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced a notice of action on fees for operators of Chinese-built ships and vessel owners and operators of China after issuing a Federal Register notice ...

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In order to run a limited company, it is essential to have meetings between directors on a regular basis. These meetings are needed for good corporate governance and for the efficient management of ...

Editor’s note: This article was originally published on the Hutchison Law blog. For businesses facing a situation where its performance under a contract may be delayed or it may not be able to perform ...

In the coronavirus pandemic, a number of legal concepts such as force majeure, impossibility of performance, impracticability and frustration of purpose may come in to play in determining whether ...

“Force Majeure” – While most construction contracts contain these provisions, they are often not understood in relation to the implications they may have on construction projects. With the onset of ...

Judge Sloss once explained, "A thing is impossible in legal contemplation when it is not practicable; and a thing is impracticable when it can only be done at excessive and unreasonable cost.” It is ...

We collaborate with the world's leading lawyers to deliver news tailored for you. Sign Up for any (or all) of our 25+ Newsletters. Some states have laws and ethical rules regarding solicitation and ...