Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation governing contractor classification and tax obligations for consultants vs employees
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law ensuring proper worker classification and labor standards
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal legislation relevant for non-US consultants regarding work authorization
Federal IP Laws: Copyright Act, Patent Act, and other federal intellectual property protections affecting consultant work products
State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing working conditions and contractor relationships
State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements for contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
State Non-Compete Laws: State-specific restrictions and requirements for non-compete clauses in consulting agreements
State IP Laws: State-specific intellectual property protections supplementing federal IP laws
IRS Guidelines: Federal guidelines determining independent contractor vs employee classification
State Worker Classification Tests: State-specific tests (such as ABC test) for determining worker classification
Data Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing data protection and privacy requirements
Professional Licensing Requirements: State-specific professional licensing and certification requirements for consultants
Insurance Regulations: Requirements for professional liability, general liability, and workers' compensation insurance
Dispute Resolution Laws: State and federal laws governing arbitration, venue selection, and jurisdiction for contract disputes
