Independent Contractor Classification: IRS guidelines defining contractor status vs employee, including control factors, financial arrangements, and relationship type between parties
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing wage, hour, and overtime standards, relevant for ensuring contractor classification doesn't violate employment standards
FTC Regulations: Federal Trade Commission regulations governing advertising, marketing practices, and consumer protection requirements
Copyright Act and DMCA: Federal laws protecting creative works and digital content, crucial for marketing materials and content creation
CAN-SPAM Act: Federal law governing commercial email practices and digital marketing communications
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring accessible design for digital content and marketing materials
Internal Revenue Code Section 1706: Tax code section specifically addressing treatment of independent contractors and tax obligations
Intellectual Property Protection: Laws covering trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets relevant to marketing materials and brand assets
Privacy and Data Protection Laws: Federal and state laws governing data collection, usage, and protection, including CCPA and state-specific regulations
State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing contractor relationships and employment standards
Truth in Advertising Regulations: Federal and state requirements for honest and transparent advertising practices
Contract Formation Requirements: Basic contract law elements including offer, acceptance, consideration, and statutory requirements under Statute of Frauds
Non-Compete Regulations: State-specific laws governing enforcement and limitations of non-compete clauses in contractor agreements
Social Media Platform Policies: Platform-specific guidelines and requirements for marketing activities on social media channels
