Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities trading and establishing SEC oversight, requiring specific disclosures and regulating director responsibilities in publicly traded companies
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal legislation enhancing corporate governance standards, establishing stricter requirements for board oversight and internal controls
Dodd-Frank Act: Comprehensive financial reform law affecting corporate governance, executive compensation, and transparency requirements
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: Federal law prohibiting bribery of foreign officials, requiring accurate books and records, and maintaining adequate internal controls
Delaware General Corporation Law: Primary state corporate law statute governing corporate formation and operation in Delaware, including director duties and responsibilities
State Corporate Statutes: Specific state laws governing corporate operations, director duties, and corporate governance in the state of incorporation
Fiduciary Duties: Legal principles requiring directors to act with duty of care and duty of loyalty in the best interests of the corporation
Business Judgment Rule: Legal doctrine protecting directors from liability for good faith business decisions made with reasonable care
Director Indemnification: Legal provisions protecting directors from personal liability and providing for corporate reimbursement of legal expenses
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax laws affecting corporate structure, director compensation, and tax implications of nominee arrangements
SEC Regulations: Federal securities regulations governing corporate disclosure, insider trading, and director responsibilities
D&O Liability: Directors and Officers liability considerations, including insurance requirements and personal liability protection measures
