When can the government legitimately terminate a contract for default? In this episode, we break down the entitlement side of T4D, anchored in FAR 52.249-8 and key case law. We’ll explore the three primary grounds for default, the role of anticipatory repudiation, and how the DeVito waiver doctrine can change the game. Plus, practical tips
Zachary F. Jacobson
Terminations Episode 1: Grounds for Default: When is the Government Justified?
Seyfarth attorneys Teddie Arnold and Zach Jacobson discuss the circumstances in which a Termination for Default (“T4D”) may be justified and what options the contractors has in response.
Repair Wars: Right-to-Repair, Data Rights, and the Future of Sustainment IP
Seyfarth attorneys Zohra Tejani and Zach Jacobson break down pending legislation that, if enacted, could dramatically expand the government’s rights to use proprietary contractor data to repair equipment.
FOIA Requests: an Effective and Underutilized Strategy for Accessing Government Documents
Zach Jacobson and Sydney Jenkins explain the ins and outs of a FOIA request and highlight how useful it can be for contractors seeking government documents.
Winning Combinations – Legal Considerations in Negotiating Government Construction Subcontracts
Seyfarth attorneys Zach Jacobson and Meghan Douris present the eighth session of Seyfarth’s inaugural Winning Combinations: Exploring Synergies with Government Contracts Law webinar series titled: Legal Considerations in Negotiating Government Construction Subcontracts.
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