Question 1

Are electronic signatures legally valid?

Accepted Answer

In the US, electronic signatures are generally valid under the federal ESIGN Act and state laws based on the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act. Have your contract wording reviewed by a lawyer in your state.

Question 2

Can I use my own contract wording?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Write your terms into the contract template; every contract sent from a quote uses them.

Question 3

What do I keep after the customer signs?

Accepted Answer

The exact contract they signed, with the date, next to the quote they accepted and the payments they made.

Question 4

Does the customer need to print anything?

Accepted Answer

No. They read and sign on their phone or computer, with no printing or scanning.

Question 5

What should a charter contract include?

Accepted Answer

The trip and vehicle, price and payment schedule, deposit and cancellation terms, overtime, conduct and safety rules, damage, substitution and weather. The guide to charter contracts covers each section.

Charter contracts with e-signature