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Force Majeure
A contract clause that excuses a party from its obligations when an unforeseeable event beyond its control prevents performance.
What is Force Majeure?
Force majeure, which translates to superior force, is a clause in a construction contract that temporarily excuses a contractor from its obligations, such as meeting a deadline. It applies to unforeseen and uncontrollable events, such as natural disasters, wars or pandemics.
Practical example
A contractor is building a bridge with a strict 12-month timeline. In month 8, an unprecedented Category 5 hurricane floods the site and stops work for three weeks. The contractor invokes the force majeure clause, which extends the project deadline by 21 days with no liquidated damages.
In SuperWise
In SuperWise a stoppage caused by weather is logged as an issue against the affected task, with photos attached and the date it was opened. The daily progress report (DPR) lists issues opened or updated on its date and can add weather conditions. A contractor can attach the DPR for each affected day when applying to the client for an extension of time.
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