Securities Act of 1933: Federal law requiring registration of securities offerings and detailed financial disclosures to protect investors
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law governing secondary market trading and establishing the SEC's regulatory authority
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate accountability standards, particularly relevant for public companies
Delaware General Corporation Law: Comprehensive state law governing corporate operations if incorporated in Delaware, widely considered the standard for corporate law
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting shareholder distributions, stock transfers, and corporate structure
State Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate formation, operation, and dissolution
Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities laws regulating the offering and sale of securities to protect investors from fraudulent activities
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing the formation and enforcement of contracts, including shareholder agreements
UCC (Uniform Commercial Code): Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions, including the transfer of securities
Antitrust Laws: Federal and state laws preventing monopolistic practices and protecting market competition
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory framework governing securities transactions, reporting requirements, and corporate disclosures
Corporate Governance Requirements: State-specific rules governing corporate structure, board operations, and shareholder rights
Stock Transfer Restrictions: Legal limitations and procedures governing the transfer of company shares between parties
Securities Registration Requirements: Federal and state regulations regarding the registration of securities before they can be offered or sold
