Internal Revenue Code (IRC): Federal tax code governing proper classification of independent contractors vs. employees, ensuring compliance with tax regulations for non-employee compensation
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law to ensure proper worker classification and compliance with independent contractor status requirements
Federal Trade Commission Act: Regulates sales practices, representations, and fair business practices in interstate commerce
State Sales Representative Acts: State-specific laws that protect sales representatives' rights, particularly regarding commission payments and termination
State Independent Contractor Laws: State-specific regulations governing the classification and treatment of independent contractors
Commission Payment Regulations: State laws governing the timing, calculation, and payment of sales commissions
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts must be in writing to be enforceable
Worker Classification Guidelines: Federal and state guidelines for determining proper classification of workers as independent contractors versus employees
IRS Independent Contractor Guidelines: Specific IRS rules and tests for determining independent contractor status and associated tax obligations
Intellectual Property Protection: Laws governing the protection of trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrighted materials in sales relationships
State Termination Notice Requirements: State-specific laws governing the notice period and procedures required for terminating sales representative agreements
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized regulations for specific industries such as securities, insurance, or real estate sales
