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A relief for developers – The Supreme Court’s decision in URS v BDW
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Construction
On 21 May 2025, the Supreme Court handed down a pivotal judgement in the case of URS Corporation Ltd (Appellant) v BDW Trading Ltd (Respondent) [2025] UKSC 21.
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Mark Christie
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Commercial disputes will always be a risk for any business. When they happen, they‘re disruptive and create a drain on time, resources and cashflow. If you do find yourself caught in a dispute, you need to have the right legal team on your side in order to minimise the impact on you and your business.
Coronavirus and force majeure clauses in construction standard form contracts
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It seems highly probable that the coronavirus pandemic itself will be found to constitute a force majeure. This will only be applicable if the contract was entered before the coronavirus outbreak. Alternatively, contracts will be “frustrated”. This means they literally cannot be performed.
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Going through a divorce or separation can be challenging enough for anyone – but for business owners there’s also a company to run and protect, which your soon-to-be-ex partner may feel they’re entitled to claim a share of.
