Copyright Act: Federal law (17 U.S.C.) governing copyright protection and licensing of intellectual property, fundamental for software and content licensing agreements
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Federal law that criminalizes production and dissemination of technology, devices, or services intended to circumvent digital access control measures
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): Federal legislation that governs computer tampering and unauthorized access, relevant for terms of use and access restrictions
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal consumer protection law that prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce, affecting how license terms must be disclosed
Electronic Communications Privacy Act: Federal law extending restrictions on wire taps to include transmitted electronic data, relevant if licensed product involves communications
Uniform Computer Information Transactions Act (UCITA): State law adopted in Virginia and Maryland, specifically governing software licenses and information technology contracts
State Consumer Protection Laws: Various state-specific laws protecting consumers from unfair practices, affecting how license agreements must be structured and presented
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Uniform state laws governing commercial transactions, may apply to software licensing depending on jurisdiction and nature of product
First Sale Doctrine: Legal concept limiting copyright holder's control after first sale, must be specifically addressed in license agreements
Export Control Regulations: Federal regulations controlling export of technology and software, may need to be addressed in license restrictions
State Privacy Laws: Various state laws like CCPA (California) and VCDPA (Virginia) governing data privacy and user rights, relevant if product collects user data
Sector-Specific Privacy Laws: Federal laws like HIPAA and GLBA governing privacy in specific sectors (healthcare, financial), relevant if product is sector-specific
License Agreement Case Law: Legal precedents regarding enforceability of shrinkwrap, clickwrap, and browsewrap agreements in software licensing
International IP Treaties: International agreements protecting intellectual property rights across borders, relevant for global distribution
Cross-Border Data Transfer Regulations: International and regional laws governing transfer of data across borders, such as GDPR requirements for data transfers
