eBusiness Law: a Practical Guide for Irish Companies

Introduction

In recent years, there has been an explosion in business transactions over the Internet. However, a significant number of businesses remain unaware of the full legal implications of doing business online, and of allowing their employees access to electronic media.

This guide has been compiled by Enterprise Ireland to give Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) a broad overview of the legal issues that arise in conducting business electronically. This guide is a summary of certain legislation covering eBusiness for Irish-based companies that was in force at December 2005. It is subject to a disclaimer.

1. Computers Within Your Business a Licensing Software b Support, Maintenance and Back-up c Software Development and Agreements 2. Setting up your website a Domain Names b Copyright and Trade Marks c Marketing Online d B2B v B2C issues 3. Doing Business Online Interactive graphic a Forming Contracts Online b Consumer Protection c Contracts for Financial Services d Pricing 4. Collecting Personal Information a Data Protection b Privacy Policies 5. Your Staff Online a Defamation b Bullying and Harrassment c eSecurity d Internet Usage - Downloading and Surfing e Data Protection 6. Taxing eBusiness 7. Learn More 8. Jargon Buster

Disclaimer

The information contained in this guide does not constitute legal advice and is provided for information purposes only. It has been compiled to assist businesses which are involved or about to become involved in electronic transactions or communications. It is not intended to be, nor should it be read as legal advice, and no reliance should be placed on it.

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