Federal Antitrust Laws: Sherman Antitrust Act, Clayton Act, and Federal Trade Commission Act - essential for ensuring the joint venture does not create anti-competitive conditions in the market
Securities Regulations: Securities Exchange Act requirements if the joint venture involves securities or public offerings
FCPA Compliance: Foreign Corrupt Practices Act considerations for international business dealings and anti-bribery compliance
State Corporate Laws: State-specific regulations governing business entities, partnerships, and corporate structures
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract formation, enforcement, and remedies regulations that will govern the agreement
Licensing Requirements: Both state and industry-specific licensing requirements for the joint venture's operations
Tax Regulations: Internal Revenue Code, state tax laws, and partnership tax regulations affecting the commission structure and profit sharing
Employment Laws: Fair Labor Standards Act and state employment laws, including independent contractor regulations
Intellectual Property Protection: Patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret laws affecting the joint venture's IP assets
Privacy and Data Protection: Federal and state privacy laws, data protection requirements, and industry-specific data regulations
Consumer Protection: Federal and state consumer protection statutes and industry-specific consumer regulations that may affect the joint venture's operations
