Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Federal legislation governing commercial transactions, particularly Article 2 which regulates the sale of goods between parties
Federal Antitrust Laws: Including Sherman Act and Clayton Act, these laws prevent anti-competitive business practices and monopolistic behavior in vendor relationships
Federal Trade Commission Act: Regulates unfair or deceptive trade practices in commerce, affecting vendor-partner relationships and market behavior
Robinson-Patman Act: Federal law prohibiting price discrimination between different purchasers of comparable goods
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation requirements, including common law principles and Statute of Frauds
Intellectual Property Laws: Federal laws including Copyright Act, Patent Act, Trademark Act, and Trade Secrets Protection (DTSA) governing IP rights and protection
Privacy and Data Protection Laws: Federal and state-specific privacy regulations, including CCPA and industry-specific data protection requirements
Employment Classification Laws: Regulations governing independent contractor vs. employee classification, non-compete, and non-solicitation provisions
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific compliance requirements varying by industry (healthcare, financial services, etc.)
Tax Laws: Federal and state tax regulations affecting vendor partnerships, including sales tax obligations and reporting requirements
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state legislation protecting consumer rights and interests in vendor-partner relationships involving end-users
