Securities Act of 1933: Federal law that regulates the offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and disclosure of financial information to protect investors.
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law establishing the SEC and governing secondary market trading of securities, including reporting requirements for public companies.
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation that determines corporate tax obligations and classification requirements for incorporation.
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate governance and financial disclosure standards for public companies.
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and dissolution within each jurisdiction.
Model Business Corporation Act: Standardized set of laws serving as a template for state corporate legislation, adopted in various forms by many states.
Delaware General Corporation Law: Comprehensive corporate legal framework specific to Delaware, often chosen for its business-friendly provisions and established case law.
Blue Sky Laws: State-level securities regulations governing the offering and sale of securities to protect investors from fraudulent activities.
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory framework overseeing securities markets, including registration, reporting, and disclosure requirements.
Stock Exchange Requirements: Listing and governance requirements set by stock exchanges for publicly traded companies.
State Filing Requirements: Specific documentation and procedures required by each state for incorporating and maintaining corporate status.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements based on the company's industry sector (e.g., banking, healthcare, insurance).
