Electronic signatures in law
By: Stephen Mason.
Publisher: LexisNexis
Published: 2003
Place of publication: London; Dayton, Ohio
Language: eng
Number of pages: 593
Subjects: Digital signatures -- Law and legislation -- Great Britain.; Contracts -- Great Britain -- Automation.; Data encryption (Computer science) -- Law and legislation -- Great Britain.
Description: "Electronic Signatures in Law is required reading for anybody using or advising on electronic signatures, including lawyers IT security specialists, systems designers, and certification and registration authorities. It deals with all the legal aspects that surround the use of all types of electronic signature. This book also considers the format of such signatures, the parties and the risks, contractual liability, non-contractual disclaimers and negligence, evidence and a range of practical issues, including the regulation of certification authorities and personal data."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.