Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax law governing worker classification, tax implications, and reporting requirements for consulting relationships
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for employment relationships, important for proper contractor classification
Civil Rights Act: Federal anti-discrimination provisions that must be reflected in contract terms and conduct requirements
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations and preventing discrimination based on disability
Immigration Reform and Control Act: Federal law governing work authorization and verification requirements
Federal Trade Secrets Act: Federal law protecting trade secrets and confidential business information
Copyright Act: Federal law governing intellectual property rights related to created works during consulting engagement
Patent Act: Federal law protecting inventions and innovations that may arise during consulting work
State Labor Laws: Varying state-specific regulations governing working relationships and contractor classifications
State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements for contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
State Non-Compete Laws: State-specific restrictions and requirements for non-compete and non-solicitation agreements
State Intellectual Property Laws: State-specific protections for intellectual property rights and trade secrets
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized business laws adopted by states governing commercial transactions
Data Privacy Laws: Federal and state laws governing data protection, including CCPA and consideration of GDPR for international work
Professional Licensing Requirements: Industry-specific regulations requiring certain professional licenses or certifications
Statute of Frauds: State law requirements for which contracts must be in writing to be enforceable
Statute of Limitations: State-specific time limits for bringing legal actions related to contract disputes
Insurance Requirements: State and industry-specific insurance requirements for consulting firms
