A Flood Will Require Cessation of Mining Operations for at Least

question 28

Multiple Choice

A flood will require cessation of mining operations for at least six months.How would a force majeure clause affect the legal status of the miner's obligations relating to its existing supply contracts?

• A) non-performance of the contract will be excused without liability
• B) gives the innocent party the right to terminate and sue for breach
• C) performance obligations are suspended until a specified event occurs
• D) gives the innocent party the right to sue for damages for breach

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