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COVID-19 Related Governmental Shut Down Order Triggers Force Majeure Provision In Restaurant Leases

As we all expected, cases are being brought and decided on the issue of whether the COVID-19 pandemic and related governmental shut down orders trigger force majeure clauses in commercial leases and operate to excuse the performance of commercial tenants. While force majeure clauses vary widely, a recent decision from an Illinois Bankruptcy Court may provide guidance to help resolve disputes without resorting to the courts.

7 minute read September 01, 2020 at 12:09 AM
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Marisa L. Byram
COVID-19 Related Governmental Shut Down Order Triggers Force Majeure Provision In Restaurant Leases

As we all expected, cases are being brought and decided on the issue of whether the COVID-19 pandemic and related governmental shut down orders trigger force majeure clauses in commercial leases and operate to excuse the performance of commercial tenants.

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