Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Federal law governing commercial transactions, particularly Article 2 on Sales which regulates the sale of goods
Federal Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act and Clayton Act which regulate competition and prevent monopolistic practices in reseller relationships
Federal Trade Commission Act: Regulates unfair or deceptive trade practices that could affect reseller relationships
Copyright Act: Protects original works and governs how copyrighted materials can be distributed through reseller channels
Trademark Act (Lanham Act): Governs the use of trademarks and brand elements by resellers
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Addresses digital copyright issues, particularly relevant if digital products are being resold
State Contract Laws: State-specific regulations governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
State Licensing Requirements: State-specific rules for business licensing and reseller permits
State Consumer Protection Laws: State-specific regulations protecting consumer rights in reseller transactions
State Franchise Laws: Regulations to ensure reseller agreements don't inadvertently create franchise relationships
Export Control Regulations: Federal regulations governing international resale of products and services
Data Privacy Laws: Including CCPA and state-specific privacy laws governing handling of customer data
E-commerce Regulations: Laws governing online sales and electronic transactions for resellers
MAP Policies: Minimum Advertised Price regulations and enforcement guidelines
Product Liability Laws: Regulations governing liability for product defects and damages in the distribution chain
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing product warranties and their disclosure to consumers
