Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary law governing commercial transactions, especially Article 2 for sale of goods. Essential for establishing terms of sale, warranties, and remedies.
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR): Set of rules governing procurement by federal agencies. Relevant if the vendor agreement involves government contracts.
Antitrust Laws: Including Sherman Act and Clayton Act, these laws prevent anti-competitive practices and monopolistic behavior in vendor relationships.
Federal Trade Commission Act: Prohibits unfair or deceptive trade practices, affecting how services and products can be marketed and sold.
Data Privacy Laws: Including GLBA for financial services, HIPAA for healthcare, and state-specific laws like CCPA. Governs handling and protection of sensitive data.
Employment and Labor Laws: Including Fair Labor Standards Act and state labor laws, crucial for proper classification of vendor relationships and labor compliance.
Intellectual Property Laws: Including Copyright Act, Patent Act, and Trade Secret laws, essential for protecting IP rights in vendor relationships.
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract requirements, licensing, consumer protection, and warranty laws that may affect vendor agreements.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific compliance requirements, professional licensing, and environmental regulations applicable to particular industries.
