Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary federal law governing commercial transactions, particularly Article 2 on Sales which regulates the sale of goods
Federal Trade Commission Act: Legislation that governs fair business practices and protects consumers from deceptive or unfair trade practices
Truth in Lending Act: Federal law requiring disclosure of credit terms and standardizing the manner in which costs associated with borrowing are calculated and disclosed
E-SIGN Act: Federal law ensuring the legal validity of electronic signatures and records in interstate commerce
Fair Credit Reporting Act: Law regulating the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information, relevant if credit checks are part of the order process
Consumer Product Safety Act: Federal law establishing safety standards for consumer products and protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing warranties on consumer products, requiring clear and detailed warranty terms
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): State law protecting California residents' personal information and giving them control over how their data is used
State Consumer Protection Laws: Various state-specific laws designed to protect consumers from unfair practices and ensure fair business conduct
State Contract Laws: State-specific regulations governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized regulations such as FDA rules for food/medical products or FCC regulations for telecommunications products
Documentation Requirements: Essential elements that must be included in the order form including pricing, payment terms, delivery conditions, return policies, and warranties
