Clifford Chance

The end of the outbreak is unfortunately not yet in sight and governments will continue to take steps to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus, and businesses are facing critical decisions as to whether to continue with events as amended, or how to deal with postponement or cancellation.

Here we set out eight key questions to consider when faced with the potential cancellation of an event.

As the world confronts the coronavirus crisis, many employers are keen to embrace new technology as part of their response to the pandemic, and they must assess whether and how new technology can fit into their business practically, legally and ethically. We set out some of the considerations and practical steps for employers.

We have been advising across our network on numerous force majeure claims, following the coronavirus outbreak and the consequential restrictions and controls introduced by governments.

The precautions being put in place globally to address the spread of Coronavirus include recommending or requiring many people to work from home. This has raised the question of how to execute documents in these circumstances and whether it is possible to legally execute documents by electronic signature.