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Limitation of Liability Clause — other party claiming force majeure

Started by desperate_tenant_2025 · Nov 20, 2023 · 2,748 views · 7 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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desperate_tenant_2025 OP

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

other party claiming force majeure. I've been dealing with this for about 11 months now and the situation isn't improving.

The contract was signed 4 months ago. I have a copy of the original agreement. The total amount in dispute is approximately $107,000.

Should I hire a lawyer for this or try to handle it myself?

CP
ContractLaw_Priya Attorney

I practice in this area. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The key question is whether the applicable statute of limitations has run. Depending on your jurisdiction, you typically have the implied covenant of good faith years for this type of claim.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

CT
CryptoTrader_2023

I've dealt with this before.

I ended up having everything documented, which cost about $3-6 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

JC
just_curious_parent_advice

Have you tried reaching out to your state's bar association? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

AF
asking_for_friend_homeowner_legal

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

OD
OpenSourceLawyer_Dan

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

CT
CryptoTrader_2023

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

DH
desperate_homeowner_GA

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

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