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ARTICLE · 16 MARCH 2020

Coronavirus: Legal Update

In the context of the Coronavirus outbreak worldwide, business and entrepreneurs are busy developing strategies and practical ways to mitigate and manage the risks associated with disruption...

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In the context of the Coronavirus outbreak worldwide, business and entrepreneurs are busy developing strategies and practical ways to mitigate and manage the risks associated with disruptions that may be caused as a result of the outbreak.  Below are some important considerations and measures that businesses and entrepreneurs should bear in mind in managing the impact of the Coronavirus:

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Businesses should review the current terms of their insurance policies, particularly those concerning business interruption, contractors’ all risk policies and travel cancellation insurance, to determine if potential disruption caused by the Coronavirus is covered.  Some policies that cover physical property damage also apply to interruption caused by non-physical events. 

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