Can Performance Of Contracts Be Excused Due To The Covid-19 Crisis?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Stay at Home Orders and the resulting financial turmoil, many contracting parties (including landlords and tenants) find themselves either unable to perform their obligations, or faced with increased difficulty in doing so. Several contract defenses may exist which could excuse one party’s performance, depending on the specific facts of each case. We take a look at three of those defenses and how they could apply to your business and real estate contracts. Click here to learn more.