Read Allegheny Co. v. P.P.U.C, 192 Pa. Super.Chautauqua County Bank1 is one of those chestnuts of contract law that almost everyone teaches even though it is not obvious why. A contract can be created and "signed" electronically via an exchange of emails where there is evidence of an intent to enter into an agreement. The arbitration system in Allegheny County provides for simple and concise pleadings and a trial of the issues enabling the parties to resolve claims.