Intellectual Property Laws: Key federal statutes including Patent Act (35 U.S.C.), Trademark Act (Lanham Act), Copyright Act, Trade Secrets Act, and Defense of Trade Secrets Act (DTSA)
Contract Law: Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), state-specific contract laws, and Statute of Frauds requirements governing the fundamental aspects of the agreement
Antitrust/Competition Laws: Sherman Antitrust Act, Clayton Act, Federal Trade Commission Act, state antitrust laws, and Robinson-Patman Act relating to competition and price discrimination
Manufacturing Regulations: FDA regulations, Consumer Product Safety Commission requirements, industry-specific manufacturing standards, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations
Distribution Laws: State dealer/distributor protection laws, franchise laws, export/import regulations, and interstate commerce regulations
Environmental Regulations: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements, state environmental regulations, and waste disposal requirements
Labor Laws: Fair Labor Standards Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and state labor laws governing workplace conditions and employee rights
Consumer Protection: Federal Trade Commission regulations, state consumer protection laws, product liability laws, and product warranty laws
Tax Considerations: Federal tax implications, state tax obligations, and international tax treaties (if applicable)
International Laws: International trade agreements, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), export control regulations, and international intellectual property conventions
Data Protection and Privacy: State privacy laws, industry-specific data protection requirements, and cybersecurity regulations
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specific regulations depending on the product/industry (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, food products)
Scope of License Provisions: Manufacturing rights, distribution territory, exclusivity provisions, and sub-licensing rights requirements
Quality Control Requirements: Manufacturing standards, quality assurance requirements, and inspection rights provisions
Financial Terms Framework: Royalty structures, payment terms, and audit rights requirements
Term and Termination Provisions: Duration, renewal options, termination rights, and post-termination obligations
Compliance Requirements: Regulatory compliance requirements, reporting obligations, and record-keeping requirements
Risk Allocation Provisions: Warranties, indemnification, insurance requirements, and limitation of liability clauses
Dispute Resolution Framework: Choice of law, jurisdiction, and alternative dispute resolution procedures
