As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, we have seen a sharp increase in commercial contract cases involving issues around force majeure and frustration.
They discuss the questions every supplier or purchaser can ask themselves to see if their contract is subject to a force majeure clause or has been frustrated including:
- How to identify a force majeure clause
- If there is a force majeure clause, how do you activate it?
- Is it always a good idea to rely on a force majeure clause?
- What happens if a force majeure clause isn’t mentioned in a contract?
- When do you need to consider frustration?
- What does it really mean when a contract is frustrated?
- What do you need to take into consideration when deciding if you can rely on the doctrine of frustration?
- What are the consequences of frustration?
Related News, Insights & Events
Error.
No results.
Recent trends in energy disputes: a report on how the landscape is evolving
20/08/2026
In collaboration with Solomonic, we analysed energy-related claims in the courts of England and Wales to identify dispute trends and emerging risks.
Supreme Court weighs in on directors’ duties: Saxon Woods v Costa
19/08/2026
This insight discusses the Supreme Court’s decision on the Saxon Woods v Costa case and what it means for board decision making.
Generative AI tools and English litigation: what might have to be disclosed?
28/07/2026
This blog explores whether prompts and responses can be protected by legal professional privilege in English courts.
{name}
{properties.pageSummary}
{properties.headline}
{properties.pageDate|date:dd/MM/yyyy}
{properties.shortDescription}
