Copyright Act: Federal law (17 U.S.C.) governing copyright protection for original works of authorship, including software code and documentation
Patent Act: Federal law (35 U.S.C.) protecting novel inventions and processes that may be embodied in the software
Defend Trade Secrets Act: Federal law providing protection for trade secrets and confidential business information
Trademark Law (Lanham Act): Federal law protecting brands, logos, and other distinctive marks used in commerce
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized set of laws governing commercial transactions, including software licensing
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing standards for wages, overtime, and employment classifications
IRS Independent Contractor Guidelines: Federal guidelines determining worker classification as employee vs independent contractor
State Privacy Laws: State-specific laws governing data protection and privacy (e.g., CCPA in California)
Software Export Controls: Federal regulations governing the export of software and technical data to foreign countries
Federal Arbitration Act: Federal law governing arbitration procedures and enforcement of arbitration agreements
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law protecting consumers against unfair or deceptive business practices
