Securities Exchange Act: Federal law governing securities transactions, particularly relevant if the business purchase involves stock transfers or publicly traded companies
Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act: Federal legislation requiring large transactions to be reviewed for potential antitrust implications before completion
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting the structure and tax implications of the business purchase
Federal Trade Commission Act: Legislation governing fair competition and consumer protection in business transactions
WARN Act: Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act requiring advance notice for significant employment changes in larger businesses
State Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate entities and their transactions
State Bulk Sales Laws: State regulations protecting creditors in transactions involving the transfer of significant business assets
State Fraudulent Transfer Acts: Laws preventing the transfer of assets to defraud creditors during business transactions
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions, including sales and secured transactions
ERISA: Employee Retirement Income Security Act governing employee benefits and pension plans in business transfers
Patent Act: Federal law protecting patent rights that may be included in the business assets
Copyright Act: Federal protection for creative works that may be part of the business's intellectual property
Trademark Act: Federal law protecting business brands, logos, and other distinctive marks
Trade Secrets Laws: State and federal protections for confidential business information and know-how
Data Privacy Laws: State and federal regulations governing the protection and transfer of customer and employee data
