Federal Contract Law: Fundamental principles of contract formation, enforcement, and remedies under US federal law
Intellectual Property Laws: Federal laws including Patent Act, Copyright Act, and Trademark Act governing the protection of intellectual property rights
Securities Laws: Federal regulations governing securities and financial instruments, if applicable to the development agreement
Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act and Clayton Act provisions preventing anti-competitive practices and monopolies
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: Federal law prohibiting bribery of foreign officials for business purposes, relevant for international development
State Contract Laws: State-specific contract regulations and requirements that may affect the agreement
Uniform Commercial Code: State-adopted standardized business laws governing commercial transactions
State Business Codes: State-specific regulations governing business operations and professional conduct
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific rules such as FDA regulations, software standards, or construction codes depending on development type
Data Protection Laws: Privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA governing data handling and protection
Employment Laws: Federal and state labor regulations including Fair Labor Standards Act and contractor classifications
Insurance Requirements: Legal requirements for professional liability and insurance coverage in development projects
Dispute Resolution Laws: Federal Arbitration Act and state laws governing conflict resolution and jurisdiction
