Sherman Antitrust Act: Federal law prohibiting monopolistic business practices and anti-competitive agreements in distribution relationships
Clayton Act: Federal antitrust law addressing specific practices not explicitly covered by the Sherman Act, including exclusive dealing arrangements
Robinson-Patman Act: Federal law prohibiting price discrimination between different purchasers of the same product
Federal Trade Commission Act: Legislation governing unfair methods of competition and deceptive practices in commerce
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized set of laws governing commercial transactions, particularly relevant for sales and distribution of goods
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing warranties on consumer products, requiring clear disclosure of warranty terms
Consumer Product Safety Act: Federal law establishing safety standards for consumer products and reporting requirements
Lanham Act: Federal trademark law protecting intellectual property rights in distribution relationships
State Distribution Laws: Varying state-specific regulations governing distribution relationships and territorial restrictions
State Franchise Laws: State-specific regulations that may apply if the distribution arrangement could be classified as a franchise
FDA Regulations: Federal regulations governing the distribution of food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics if applicable
CISG: UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, applicable to international distribution arrangements
FCPA: Foreign Corrupt Practices Act governing international business transactions and anti-bribery provisions
Export/Import Regulations: Federal laws governing international trade, including export controls and import duties
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation requirements
