What is Force Majeure?

Definition

Excuses a party from performing obligations due to extraordinary events outside their control: natural disasters, war, pandemics. The definition varies by contract; some are narrow (only 'Acts of God'), others are broad. Check whether the triggering events must be unforeseeable.

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