US Copyright Act 1976: Primary federal copyright law that governs copyright protection in the United States (17 U.S.C.), covering creation, ownership, duration, and transfer of copyrights
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Federal law addressing digital copyright issues, including online copyright infringement and digital rights management
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation applicable to publishing agreements
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized set of business laws regulating commercial transactions, including contract provisions relevant to publishing
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts must be in writing to be enforceable, applicable to publishing agreements
Trademark Law: Federal and state laws protecting book titles, series names, and other branding elements in publishing
Right of Publicity Laws: State laws protecting individuals' right to control commercial use of their name, image, and likeness
Fair Use Doctrine: Legal doctrine allowing limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as criticism, commentary, or scholarship
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing the collection, use, and protection of personal information
First Amendment: Constitutional protection of freedom of speech and press, affecting publishing rights and content restrictions
E-SIGN Act: Federal law ensuring legal validity of electronic signatures and records in publishing contracts
Berne Convention: International treaty governing copyright protection across member countries, ensuring minimum standards of protection
Universal Copyright Convention: International copyright treaty providing copyright protection among member states, particularly relevant for international publishing rights
Association of American Publishers Guidelines: Industry standards and best practices for publishing agreements and operations in the US market
Authors Guild Recommendations: Professional organization's guidelines for fair contract terms and author protection in publishing agreements
