How an Accounting Business Hired a Lawyer to Review an International Contract in California

Whether an international contract may be terminated due to force majeure depends on whether the contract includes a "force majeure clause" that defines those events that are beyond the control of either party and would render contract performance impossible. Typical force majeure events could include, war, natural or man-made disasters, "acts-of-god", civil turmoil, etc. Disruptions to global supply chains due to the Covid-19 pandemic could be considered a force majeure event if it is identified as such in the force majeure clause of the contract. To determine the legal consequences and liabilities of terminating the contract the contract should be reviewed by a qualified lawyer to evaluate: whether supply chain disruptions due to Covid-19 qualifies as a force majeure event; whether there are notice requirements for declaring a force majeure event; whether the notice requirements (if any) have been properly satisfied; whether the Party declaring a force majeure event must take mitigating actions, etc. You should consult with a qualified lawyer to determine specific legal consequences and liabilities based on the actual terms of your contract.

Hi, What you are likely looking for is a deep dive into your international contract's "Force Majeure" clause with a qualified attorney.