Intellectual Property Laws: Key federal statutes including Copyright Act (17 U.S.C.), Patent Act (35 U.S.C.), Defend Trade Secrets Act, and state-specific IP laws that govern the ownership and protection of software and related intellectual property
Employment Laws: Federal and state regulations including Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), IRS contractor classification guidelines, and state-specific employment laws that determine contractor status and relationships
Data Protection and Privacy: State data privacy laws (CCPA, SHIELD Act), federal privacy regulations (HIPAA, GLBA), and cybersecurity requirements that govern data handling and protection
Contract Law: Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), state-specific contract laws, and Statute of Frauds requirements that govern the formation and enforcement of consulting agreements
Technology-Specific Regulations: Software export controls, industry-specific regulations, and software licensing requirements that apply to technology consulting services
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law providing software protection measures and anti-circumvention provisions that affect software development and distribution
State-Specific Considerations: State laws governing non-compete agreements, work-for-hire provisions, and jurisdiction requirements that vary by state
Tax Implications: IRS regulations, state tax requirements, and international tax considerations affecting consultant payments and tax reporting obligations
