Crisis-related events such as war, sanctions, supply chain disruption, and regulatory restrictions can have significant legal consequences for construction projects in the UAE. Understanding how these events are treated under both the contract and the UAE Civil Code is critical in determining entitlement to relief, delay exposure, and financial risk.
In a recent practice note published with LexisNexis Middle East our lawyers Suneer Kumar and Merline Dsouza provide practical guidance on managing disruption in UAE construction contracts, including the application of force majeure provisions, FIDIC clauses, Articles 273 and 249 of the UAE Civil Code, and the strategic considerations that arise in construction disputes during crisis situations.
The note highlights key compliance and dispute-management issues that contractors, employers, and legal practitioners should consider when projects are affected by geopolitical or economic instability. Read the full article here.