COVID-19 and the Media, Entertainment & Sport Sector: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Richard McMorris

Partner
UK

I work across multiple sectors with organisations using data, content and technology. I have particular expertise in the exploitation of content and data in the media and sports industries. Alongside deep technical expertise, I offer clients insight on business and strategic issues, particularly for entrepreneurial, high-growth, internationalising businesses.

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Phil Sherrell

Partner
UK

I am head of Bird & Bird's London office and a partner in our Media, Entertainment and Sports team, focusing on litigating disputes relating to content and brands.

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Esme Strathcole

Senior Associate
UK

I am a senior associate in the Commercial team in London, advising on strategic commercial arrangements and complex technology contracts with a particular focus on the music, media and retail sectors.

Phil Sherrell, Richard McMorris and Esme Strathcole explain how English contract law on force majeure and frustration applies to the COVID-19 pandemic in the media, entertainment and sports sector.

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