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other party claiming force majeure and I'm losing my mind

Started by grace_h_34 · Feb 17, 2025 · 759 views · 5 replies
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grace_h_34 OP

I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

other party claiming force majeure. I've been dealing with this for about 13 months now and the situation isn't improving.

The contract was signed 15 months ago. I have a copy of the original agreement. The total amount in dispute is approximately $110,000.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

JA
just_a_lurker_99_33

I talked to a lawyer when this happened to me. Worth every penny.

AI
am_i_screwed_22

NAL, but from what I've read, you should document everything. Of course the details matter a lot here.

DT
desperate_times_etc_10

I've dealt with this before.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

EA
exhibit_a_hole_10

I went through almost the exact same thing.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

QD
quinn_defi_23

I just learned that indemnification clauses can be mutual or one-sided. Always push for mutual indemnification — if they want you to indemnify them, they should indemnify you too. It's basic fairness.