E-Commerce Attorneys

What is E-Commerce Law?

E-Commerce law encompasses laws about the sale and supply of goods and services, consumer protection, credit card fraud and so forth over various methods of digital communication. In addition, there are special laws about electronic signatures and the interception of communications. The global nature of the Internet poses difficult legal problems. See Internet Law for more information.

What is E Commerce?

E-Commerce (Electronic Commerce) is the conducting of business communication and transactions over networks and through computers. More specfically defined, electronic commerce is the buying and selling of goods and services, and the transfer of funds, through digital communications, which includes also includes buying and selling over the World-Wide Web and the Internet, electronic funds transfer, smart cards, digital cash (e.g., Mondex), and all other ways of doing business over digital networks.

E commerce also includes all inter-company and intra-company functions (such as marketing, finance, manufacturing, selling, and negotiation) that enable commerce and use electronic mail, EDI, file transfer, fax, video conferencing, workflow, or interaction with a remote computer.

Should I hire a E-Commerce Attorney?

E commerce attorneys can help you with, structuring e-commerce related matters. The question isn't whether you should hire a e-commerce attorney but more along the lines of how you can do without one. Use the form on this page to find a attorney that's right for you and your legal situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I register a domain name for my online business?
  Registering a domain name, or your website address, is an important step for your business. The first thing that you need to do is come up with a domain name that fits your business and that is … more