MOCK TRIAL ADDRESSES ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE USE:

The use of electronic signatures and electronic records to conduct all types of transactions is rapidly taking hold in the United States, as well as the globally. As the number of e-transactions increases, the potential for disputes involving electronic signatures and electronic records becomes an essential element in the risk management plans of all types of businesses. The recurring question from organizations seeking to embrace the promise of e-commerce is increasingly, “How do I prove these electronically-signed agreements if challenged in court?” The law firm of Lord, Bissell & Brook LLP, along with electronic signature solution provider DocuSign, Insurance Journal, and the Georgia State Risk Management Business School and School of Law will answer this question in the context of a “mock trial” demonstration involving proving an electronic signature on an electronic insurance application. The intended audience will consist of insurance executives from operations, legal, IT and sales; insurance and e-commerce consultants and service providers; and others who may not be directly related to the insurance industry, but who recognize the question addressed by the mock trial. “Developments in consumer access options such as WIFI, DSL and high-speed cable modems are driving an increased adoption of electronic signatures and electronic records to conduct all types of transactions, ” said Brannon Anthony, an attorney with Lord, Bissell & Brook LLP. Anthony added, “Electronic signature processes are becoming a reality across any number of industries, including new insurance business processes, policyholder services and agent appointments.” The event will be held in the Georgia State Urban Life Auditorium on Thursday, June 17 at 4 p.m. and will be broadcast live over the Internet. A reception will follow for those attending the event at Georgia State. For registration information, visit www.lordbissell.com or contact Erin Corbin at ecorbin@lordbissell.com.