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An Act of God is a natural force outside of human control (such as an earthquake, tsunami, or hurricane), and may relieve a party or parties to a contract or agreement from having to perform their obligations. Such Acts of God are often addressed in a force majeure clause, which typically appears near the end of the contract or agreement.

In Tennessee, an 'Act of God' refers to unforeseen natural events that are beyond human control and can potentially relieve parties from their contractual obligations. This concept is often encapsulated in what is known as a 'force majeure' clause within contracts. Force majeure clauses are designed to define the scope of unforeseeable events that excuse nonperformance, including natural disasters like earthquakes, tsunamis, or hurricanes. Tennessee courts typically enforce these clauses based on their specific language, and the burden of proof lies with the party seeking relief under the clause. It is important for parties to a contract to carefully consider and clearly articulate the terms of a force majeure clause to ensure it reflects their intentions and provides guidance on the procedure and conditions under which performance may be excused.

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