Securities Act of 1933: Federal law governing the initial offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and disclosure requirements for public offerings
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law regulating secondary trading of securities and establishing the SEC, governing ongoing reporting requirements
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law enhancing corporate responsibility and financial disclosure standards, primarily for public companies
Dodd-Frank Act: Federal legislation implementing financial regulatory reform, including corporate governance and executive compensation provisions
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting director compensation, share transfers, and corporate transactions
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and governance (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law)
Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities laws regulating the offering and sale of securities to protect investors from fraudulent activities
State Business Corporation Acts: State legislation establishing requirements for corporate formation, governance, and operations within specific states
Fiduciary Duty Requirements: Legal obligations requiring directors to act in the best interest of the company and shareholders, including duty of care and loyalty
Stock Exchange Requirements: Listing requirements and corporate governance standards imposed by stock exchanges (if applicable)
SEC Regulations: Federal regulations governing public company reporting, disclosure, and corporate governance requirements
Employment Laws: Federal and state laws governing employment relationships, including Fair Labor Standards Act and non-compete provisions
Corporate Bylaws: Internal company rules governing corporate operations, board procedures, and shareholder rights
Articles of Incorporation: Foundational document establishing the corporation's existence and basic structure
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements specific to the company's industry sector
