In today’s world, electronic signatures on PDFs are replacing pen-and-ink signatures on paper contracts. Are they legal, and what are the ramifications? In this program, our experienced panel will discuss this transition to new technology and how the law has evolved to adjust to the modern era, as well as the validity of electronic signatures and documents under U.S. law, international considerations, record-keeping, and best practices generally.
Topics of discussion will also include:
- Select legal and regulatory issues
- Special issues involving consumer transactions
- Reconciling state and federal laws
- Current technology
- Contracting in the Cloud