Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary law governing sales of goods and secured transactions, particularly Article 2 (Sale of Goods) and Article 9 (Secured Transactions)
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law that prohibits unfair or deceptive trade practices and protects consumer rights in commercial transactions
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state laws designed to protect consumers from unfair practices and ensure transparency in business transactions
Truth in Lending Act: Federal law requiring disclosure of credit terms and standardizing the manner in which costs associated with borrowing are calculated and disclosed
Fair Credit Billing Act: Federal law that protects consumers from unfair billing practices and provides mechanism for addressing billing errors
E-SIGN Act: Federal law ensuring the legal validity of electronic signatures and electronic documents in commercial transactions
State Contract Laws: State-specific regulations governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies
Tax Regulations: Federal, state, and local tax requirements including sales tax collection and reporting obligations
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized rules and requirements that apply to particular industries (e.g., FDA, FCC regulations)
Data Protection and Privacy Laws: Laws governing the collection, storage, and protection of personal information, including PCI DSS compliance for payment processing
Federal Arbitration Act: Federal law governing arbitration procedures and enforcement of arbitration agreements
Statute of Limitations: State-specific time limits within which legal actions must be initiated for contract-related claims
