This IP Office decision clarifies that non-use defences based on force majeure or other extraordinary circumstances will be construed narrowly. Register for free to receive our newsletter, view ...

Force majeure is lurking in the shadows of the Hollywood strikes, offering struggling studios a potential lifeline out of debt. But the best attorneys and the strongest contracts are proactive, rather ...

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Force majeure clauses in contracts help companies avoid liabilities from unforeseen events. COVID-19 led many firms to invoke force majeure due to disrupted operations. Investors must consider force ...

In recent years, natural disasters have become increasingly frequent and severe, disrupting industries and communities worldwide. Events such as Hurricane Helene and the extreme weather conditions ...