Federal Labor Laws: Key federal regulations including Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Internal Revenue Code for contractor classification, Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and Immigration Reform and Control Act
State-Specific Laws: Various state-level regulations including labor laws, contractor registration requirements, non-compete regulations, licensing requirements, and state tax laws that vary by jurisdiction
Professional Service Regulations: Industry-specific licensing requirements, professional standards and ethics codes, and state professional board requirements applicable to the specific service sector
Intellectual Property Laws: Federal and state laws governing intellectual property rights including Copyright Act, Patent Act, Trade Secrets laws, and Trademark laws
Privacy and Data Protection: State data privacy laws, industry-specific privacy regulations (such as HIPAA for healthcare), and data security requirements
Contract Law Principles: Common law contract principles, Uniform Commercial Code (where applicable), and state-specific contract requirements governing formation and enforcement
Employment Classification: IRS guidelines and state-specific laws governing the distinction between independent contractors and employees
Insurance Requirements: Professional liability insurance, general liability insurance, and state-specific insurance requirements for consultancy services
