Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights, copyright protection for software, and moral rights of creators
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, governing how personal data must be handled, processed, and protected
UK GDPR: Post-Brexit data protection regulation defining requirements for processing personal data in the UK
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights in B2C contracts, including digital content provisions
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Sets out implied terms for contracts involving supply of goods and services
Computer Misuse Act 1990: Legislation covering unauthorized access to computer systems and software security requirements
Trade Secrets Regulations 2018: Protects confidential business information and trade secrets
Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Governs formal requirements for certain types of contracts
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates clauses that exclude or limit liability in contracts
Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act 1998: Provides for interest on late payments in commercial transactions
Employment Rights Act 1996: Governs employment relationships and rights, relevant for developer assignments
Equality Act 2010: Protects against discrimination and promotes equality in business relationships
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Implements EU E-Commerce Directive, governing electronic contracts and online services
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and electronic communications
Patents Act 1977: Governs patent protection for technical innovations in software
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protects brands and marks used in software and related services
Rome I Regulation: Determines applicable law in contractual obligations for international contracts
Brussels Regime: Governs jurisdiction and enforcement of judgments in international disputes
