What is a Force Majeure?

Definition: Frees both parties from liability or obligation when an extraordinary event or circumstance beyond their control occurs.

The Force Majeure is one of the most common—and potentially dangerous—clauses found in modern contracts. While it serves a legitimate business purpose for the drafting party, it often disproportionately shifts risk onto the person signing.

Why is it dangerous?

Our AI frequently flags this clause because drafting attorneys use highly complex, convoluted language designed to obscure the true financial or legal risk. If you see this clause in your contract, you must ensure it is precisely bounded.