Copyright Act: Federal legislation (17 U.S.C.) governing software protection and intellectual property rights in the United States
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law addressing digital copyright issues, anti-circumvention of technological measures, and online service provider liability
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act: Federal legislation addressing unauthorized access to computers and computer systems
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal consumer protection law governing unfair or deceptive trade practices
Export Administration Regulations: Federal regulations controlling the export of commercial and dual-use software and technology
Uniform Commercial Code: State-adopted uniform law governing commercial transactions, particularly Article 2 for sales of goods
State Consumer Protection Laws: Various state-specific laws protecting consumers' rights and regulating business practices
State Data Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing data privacy and protection, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental legal principles governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
Patent Law: Federal laws protecting novel inventions and processes that may be implemented in software
Trade Secret Law: State and federal laws protecting confidential business information and proprietary software components
Trademark Law: Federal and state laws protecting brands, logos, and other distinctive marks associated with software products
Data Breach Notification Laws: State-specific requirements for notifying affected parties in the event of a data security breach
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized regulations such as HIPAA (healthcare), GLBA (financial), and FERPA (education) that may apply to specific software applications
Consumer Warranty Laws: Federal and state laws governing warranty disclaimers, limitations of liability, and consumer protection in software licensing
