In light of recent events, many franchises have faced the prospect of triggering force majeure clauses in their legal agreements. A force majeure clause allows for a party to be excused of a legal responsibility due to an unforeseen circumstance, such as a natural disaster or a global pandemic. These clauses are helpful; however, if they are not incorporated into a contract appropriately, proving the legitimacy of a force majeure clause may be difficult and the decision will ultimately be up to the court’s interpretation of the law.
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