Law 3101A/B Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Electronic Commerce Directive, Consumer Protection, Timeshare
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(bc of european directives) there is the duty of professional to inform the consumer. Member state can choose the sanctions, although there are some general requirements, the sanction must be : In every jurisdiction the consequences are different : Germany : specific list of sanctions (s. 494 bgb) (1) the warning function if having to sign a paper disappear, as you can enter the contract very easily. (2) signature is more reliable than an email with only a name, as the signature is unique. European directives (directive 200/31 on electronic commerce art. Members states have to allow only contract conclusion, and that requirements for contracts are not refraining people from buying online. Electronic signature satisfies the legal requirements of signature (same one as the one for hand-written signature) Those electronic signatures are admissible as evidence in legal proceedings. 1125 => electronic means may be used to make available contracts terms.
