Sherman Antitrust Act: Federal antitrust law that prohibits anticompetitive business practices and monopolistic conduct in distribution agreements
Clayton Act: Supplements the Sherman Act by addressing specific practices not explicitly covered in the Sherman Act, including exclusive dealing arrangements
Robinson-Patman Act: Federal law prohibiting price discrimination between different purchasers of similar goods
Federal Trade Commission Act: Prohibits unfair methods of competition and deceptive practices in commerce
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Governs commercial transactions, including sales of goods, throughout the United States
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing consumer product warranties, requiring clear disclosure of warranty terms
Consumer Product Safety Act: Establishes safety standards for consumer products and reporting requirements for manufacturers/distributors
State Distribution Laws: Various state-specific regulations governing distribution relationships and territorial rights
State Consumer Protection Laws: State-specific laws protecting consumers from unfair trade practices and ensuring product safety
FDA Regulations: Federal regulations governing the distribution of food, beverages, and medical products if applicable
FCC Regulations: Federal regulations governing electronic and communication products if applicable
Import/Export Regulations: Federal regulations governing international trade and customs requirements for distributed products
Data Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the protection of customer and business data, including CCPA if applicable
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing standards for employment relationships that may affect distribution operations
State Warranty Laws: State-specific requirements for product warranties and consumer remedies
