Contract Claims – COVID-19 Issues

Last updated March 26, 2020

COVID-19 and Contracts: Force Majeure and Other Issues

Contractual Considerations

This article provides considerations on Force Majeure along with other contractual key terms during the COVID-19 pandemic.

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/corporate-governance/insight-coronavirus-contract-considerations-beyond-act-of-god-issues

Daily Local News on Contractual Considerations

This article provides a brief synopsis on how COVID-19 is affecting contractual considerations such as Force Majeure.

https://www.dailylocal.com/opinion/coronavirus-and-business-contracts-what-s-the-law/article_40e8882c-687d-11ea-8db5-73ea8a8392e5.html

Assessing Force Majeure & Other Considerations

Although specific to New York, this article provides insightful consideration on assessing COVID-19 Force Majeure claims along with considerations for affected businesses.

https://www.law360.com/articles/1249661/3-ny-contract-law-concepts-in-the-context-of-coronavirus

Force Majeure (Varied Jurisdictions & Industries; Practical Guidance)

K&L Gates’ insightful article provides contractual information from a legal standpoint, frequently asked questions on contractual definitions and concerns, potential impact on different industries, and drafting tips.

http://m.klgates.com/the-legal-consequences-of-covid-19-on-your-contracts-force-majeure-in-different-jurisdictions-and-industries-and-some-practical-guidance-03-02-2020/