Legal Question in Business Law in Colorado

Interstate Contracts

I edit a magazine and use freelance

writers all over the country. When

they sign a contract with me, which

state's contract laws apply, theirs or

mine--or both or either? (I'd like to

start using electronic contracts/

signatures, but the state laws are

confusing.) Thank you!


Asked on 6/20/07, 4:05 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Richard Gee

Re: Interstate Contracts

My suggestion is that your contract contains a choice of law provision together with a choice of venue provision. That way, you can, for the most part, decide which state will govern your contract and where you file suit.

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Answered on 6/20/07, 5:05 pm
Theodore Watson Watson and Associates, LLC

Re: Interstate Contracts

First, I recommend that you may also consult with an internet attorney if you are planning on using electronci signatures.

The contract in question should dictate the controlling law. The question ultimately falls on where can a person expect to be sued or what law should apply in the event of a dispute.

I would again stress plaing this information in the a contract itself and a web page if you have one.

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Answered on 6/20/07, 9:00 pm


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