Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary federal law governing commercial transactions, especially Article 2 relating to sale of goods. Essential for defining terms of sale, delivery, and remedies.
Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act and Clayton Act governing competition and monopoly prevention, crucial for distribution agreements to ensure they don't violate competition laws.
Robinson-Patman Act: Federal law prohibiting price discrimination between different purchasers of comparable goods, important for pricing strategies in distribution agreements.
State-Specific Contract Laws: Various state laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies, including state-specific versions of the UCC and distributor protection laws.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Regulatory requirements from agencies like FDA, CPSC, DOT, and EPA, depending on the nature of goods being distributed.
International Trade Laws: Including CISG, import/export regulations, trade agreements, and FCPA compliance for international distribution aspects.
Intellectual Property Laws: Trademark, patent, copyright, and trade secret laws protecting intellectual property rights in distribution relationships.
Data Protection Laws: Federal and state privacy regulations governing data security and protection of confidential information exchanged between parties.
Employment Laws: Fair Labor Standards Act and state employment laws, particularly relevant if the agreement involves personnel or independent contractors.
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state consumer protection statutes, product liability laws, and warranty requirements affecting distribution of goods to end consumers.
