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Commercial Impracticability and Frustration of Shipping Agreements in Uncertain Times

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The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced a notice of action on fees for operators of Chinese-built ships and vessel owners and operators of China after it issued a proposed notice with fees and restrictions on maritime...more

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Can sanctions on Russia provide a defence for non-performance under Cayman Islands law contracts?

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The Insolvency and Dispute Resolution team at Walkers in Dubai continue to advise on the impact of the recent sanctions imposed on Russia in an offshore context, including whether such sanctions can give rise to a defence for...more

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Conflict in Ukraine: Liability for Non-Performance Under English Law

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The ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the severe sanctions imposed by governments globally in response to Russia's aggression, are having extreme effects on parties' legal obligations, and are drastically altering the...more

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COVID-19: UK - Frustration under English Law: BCLP’s Commercial Disputes Team addresses some key questions

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Sports fixtures are off; mass gatherings are prohibited; events, construction projects and manufacturing are grinding to a halt. All of these situations are directly related to the Covid-19 pandemic, and there is a...more

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Coronavirus and Contractual Performance Disputes - Does a Pandemic Excuse Performance of Contractual Obligations?

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The daily headlines are reminders of the far-reaching economic ripple effects of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The pandemic is forcing companies to abruptly alter strategies and business plans that seemed...more

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