Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing contractor classification and tax implications for consulting services
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for employment relationships and worker classification
Federal Trade Secrets Act: Federal protection of trade secrets and confidential business information
Economic Espionage Act: Federal law protecting trade secrets and intellectual property from theft and misappropriation
Copyright Act: Federal law governing intellectual property rights and protection of created works
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law addressing copyright issues for digital content and deliverables
State Contract Laws: State-specific regulations governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations concerning employment relationships and worker protection
State Trade Secret Laws: State-specific protection of confidential business information and trade secrets
State Non-Compete Regulations: State-specific rules governing the enforcement of non-compete agreements
Professional Licensing Requirements: Industry-specific regulations regarding required certifications and licenses for consulting services
Data Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the handling and protection of sensitive data
GDPR Compliance: European Union data protection regulations that may apply when handling EU resident data
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations for data privacy protection (e.g., CCPA in California)
Professional Liability Standards: Industry standards and requirements for professional liability and insurance coverage
