Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary law governing commercial transactions, particularly Article 2 for sale of goods. Covers contract formation, performance, and remedies in commercial transactions.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Regulations: Federal regulations governing fair business practices, consumer protection provisions, and truth in advertising requirements.
Antitrust Laws: Including Sherman Act and Clayton Act, these laws prevent anti-competitive practices and promote fair competition in business relationships.
State-Specific Contract Laws: Various state-level contract laws, including state-specific statute of frauds requirements and local modifications to the UCC.
Product Safety Regulations: Including Consumer Product Safety Act and product liability laws, governing safety standards and requirements for products being supplied.
Environmental Regulations: EPA requirements, state environmental regulations, and laws governing packaging and disposal requirements for supplied products.
Labor Laws: Including Fair Labor Standards Act and state labor laws, ensuring compliance with worker safety and labor requirements in supply chain.
Data Protection and Privacy Laws: State-specific data privacy laws and industry-specific requirements governing the handling of sensitive information in vendor relationships.
Import/Export Regulations: Customs regulations, trade agreements, and export control laws applicable to international supply relationships.
Intellectual Property Laws: Laws governing patents, trademarks, and trade secrets protection in vendor-supplier relationships.
