There remains a great deal of uncertainty in the world right now. That uncertainty extends to all aspects of our lives, including our businesses. Setting aside the personal toll taken by the spread of the novel coronavirus and resultant COVID-19 pandemic, businesses are struggling because of disruptions caused by mandatory closures, travel bans, quarantines and worker shortages. It is all but certain that food companies will continue to face extraordinary challenges in the weeks and months to come.
Given the enormous and now seemingly persistent uncertainty, many businesses are worried about their future ability to meet contractual obligations, and what sort of liability they may incur in the event of a breach. Fortunately, there is some good news on this front.