Sherman Antitrust Act and Clayton Act: Federal laws governing competition and exclusive dealings in business relationships, ensuring the agreement doesn't create unfair monopolistic practices
Labor Management Relations Act: Federal legislation (Taft-Hartley Act) governing labor-management relations and collective bargaining rights
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing standards for wages, overtime pay, and working conditions that may affect the management relationship
Federal Arbitration Act: Federal law governing arbitration provisions in contracts, relevant if including dispute resolution clauses
State Labor Laws: Varying state-specific regulations governing employment relationships and worker protections
State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements for contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
State Licensing Requirements: Regulations governing licensing and certification requirements for talent agents and managers in specific states
State Non-Compete Restrictions: State-specific limitations and requirements for non-compete clauses and exclusivity provisions
Talent Agency Act: Specific legislation (particularly in California) regulating talent agency operations and relationships with clients
Guild/Union Regulations: Rules and requirements set by entertainment industry guilds and unions affecting management relationships
Common Law Contract Principles: Legal principles governing contract formation, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and capacity
Fiduciary Duty Laws: Legal principles establishing the manager's obligations to act in the best interest of the client
Agency Law: Legal principles governing the relationship between principals and agents, including scope of authority and obligations
IRS Classifications: Federal tax regulations determining independent contractor versus employee status
Data Privacy Laws: State and federal regulations governing the collection, storage, and use of personal information
Commission Rate Regulations: State-specific rules governing permissible commission rates and fee structures for talent representatives
