Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities trading and public company requirements, crucial if the company is publicly traded and selling significant assets
Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act: Federal antitrust legislation requiring review and reporting of large asset transactions to prevent monopolistic practices
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing the tax implications and treatment of asset sales
Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal law establishing reporting and compliance requirements for public companies, affecting how asset sales must be disclosed and reported
State Corporation Acts: State-specific laws (such as Delaware General Corporation Law) governing corporate operations and transactions within the state
State Fraudulent Transfer Laws: State regulations protecting creditors from fraudulent asset transfers and ensuring fair market value in transactions
Articles of Incorporation: Company's founding document that may contain specific requirements or restrictions on asset sales
Corporate Bylaws: Internal company rules that may specify procedures and approval requirements for asset sales
Shareholder Agreements: Contracts between shareholders that may contain provisions affecting asset sales or requiring specific approvals
UCC Article 2: Uniform Commercial Code provisions governing the sale of goods
UCC Article 9: Uniform Commercial Code provisions regarding security interests in personal property, relevant if assets are encumbered
Environmental Regulations: Federal and state environmental laws that may affect the sale of real estate or industrial assets
Employment Laws: Federal and state employment regulations that must be considered if the asset sale affects employees
