The Enforceability of Forum – Selection Clauses in Commercial Contracts
What are forum selection clauses and how do they affect a commercial relationship? Forum-selection clauses are clauses within a contract which allow the contracting parties to agree to litigate a dispute in a particular state or court. While forum-selection clauses are increasingly used in commercial contracts today, they can often be overlooked during contract negotiations, resulting in an obstacle when a dispute arises. A particular forum usually benefits one of […]