Full question:
I placed an order for gold coins with company 'A' in California and signed a contract via electronic signature. The actual shipment came from company 'B' in California (shipping label) which I had not heard of before. There was a problem with the coins and they were returned the next day. Now, there is a refund dispute. Is my electronic signature I gave to Company 'A' legally binding to a shipment I received from Company 'B', a company I had no previous contact with? The contract signed online referred exclusively to Company 'A'.
- Category: Contracts
- Date:
- State: Florida
Answer:
Contracts are legally enforceable agreements between parties that establish rights and obligations. In your case, you signed a contract with Company 'A', which means your electronic signature is binding on that company. However, the situation with Company 'B' complicates matters.
Typically, a contract is only enforceable between the parties who signed it. Since you had no prior contact with Company 'B' and your contract only referred to Company 'A', it is unlikely that your electronic signature would bind you to any agreement with Company 'B'. If there is a refund dispute, it should primarily involve Company 'A', as they are the party you contracted with.
If there's a problem with the coins shipped by Company 'B', you may need to look at the terms of the shipment or any agreements that may exist between Company 'A' and Company 'B'. Generally, you would seek resolution through Company 'A' regarding your refund.
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