Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities trading and public company requirements, crucial for director exits in publicly traded companies
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Corporate governance requirements including director responsibilities and financial disclosure obligations
Internal Revenue Code: Tax implications of severance packages, equity compensation, and other exit benefits
ADEA: Age Discrimination in Employment Act - Protects against age discrimination and requires specific considerations for employees over 40
OWBPA: Older Workers Benefit Protection Act - Specific requirements for valid release of age discrimination claims
ERISA: Employee Retirement Income Security Act - Governs retirement benefits and certain deferred compensation arrangements
State Corporate Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate operations and director obligations
State Employment Laws: State-specific employment regulations affecting termination and separation agreements
State Securities Laws: State-specific securities regulations ('Blue Sky Laws') affecting director stockholdings
Non-Compete Laws: State-specific regulations governing enforcement of non-competition and non-solicitation provisions
SEC Regulations: Federal securities regulations requiring disclosure of director departures and related compensation
409A Compliance: IRS regulations governing deferred compensation arrangements and timing of payments
Corporate Bylaws: Company-specific governance documents affecting director removal and compensation
Stock Option Plans: Company equity compensation plans governing treatment of stock options upon director exit
Fiduciary Duties: Ongoing obligations of loyalty and care, including post-separation confidentiality requirements
