Commercial Law Update

In these testing times, practitioners need more than ever to stay up-to-date on the key developments in commercial law. This webinar looks at a range of topical issues with particular emphasis on those related to Covid-19. Topics include:

Commercial Contracts:

• Cabinet Office contract management guidance in respect of Covid 19
• force majeure clauses – what to look out for and how to draft them more effectively
• variation clauses – key issues when varying a contract due to Covid 19
• liquidated damages clauses – what is an acceptable interest rate for late / non-payment?
• electronic signatures – are these a viable alternative? how will the courts treat them?
• good faith – latest developments in respect of both express and implied obligations

Consumer Law Issues:

• cancellation of consumer contracts
• CMA guidance on Covid 19
• enforcement examples

Data Protection:

• ICO guidance on Covid 19
• enforcement examples
• Supreme court guidance on vicarious liability and compensation