In New York, the authentication of electronic signatures is governed by general principles of evidence and contract law. There is no single, uniform method for authenticating a contract or signature. Instead, authentication can be established through various recognized methods, including:
- Testimony of a witness present at the signing
- Admission of authenticity by the purported signer
- Proof of handwriting
- Circumstantial evidence (e.g., business practices, digital audit trails)
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Hani Sarji
New York lawyer who cares about people, is fascinated by technology, and is writing his next book, Estate of Confusion: New York.
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