Force Majeure

Category: legal

A legal contract clause releasing both parties from liability when an extraordinary, unavoidable event prevents performance.

Force majeure applies to "acts of God"—such as hurricanes, regional blackouts, floods, or sudden civic declarations. It allows a couple or venue to cancel or reschedule without forfeiting their deposit, though the exact language determines what qualifies.

Common Examples

• The category 3 hurricane activated the force majeure clause, legally releasing the seaside resort from hosting the weekend event.
• Reviewing the force majeure language ensures that both pandemics and localized civil unrest are covered within the safety parameters.