FTC Regulations: Federal Trade Commission regulations including FTC Act (15 U.S.C. ยงยง 41-58), Endorsement Guidelines requiring disclosure of material connections, and 'Dot Com Disclosures' guidance for clear online disclosures
CAN-SPAM Act: Federal law governing commercial email marketing practices and requiring specific email marketing disclosures
State Advertising Laws: Various state-specific laws and regulations governing advertising and marketing practices, including state-specific disclosure requirements
Privacy Laws: Including California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), other state privacy laws, and GDPR considerations for EU customers
Intellectual Property Laws: Copyright Act, trademark laws, and patent laws governing the protection and use of intellectual property in marketing materials
Contract Law: State-specific contract laws and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) principles governing the formation and enforcement of agreements
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law governing digital content and online marketing, including provisions for copyright protection in the digital space
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state-specific regulations designed to protect consumer rights and interests in marketing relationships
Tax Regulations: State and federal tax implications for affiliate relationships, including nexus considerations following the South Dakota v. Wayfair decision
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized regulations applicable to particular industries such as financial services or healthcare that may affect affiliate marketing practices
