Securities Act 1933: Federal law governing the initial offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and disclosure requirements
Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law regulating secondary trading of securities and establishing the SEC
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced standards for public company boards, management, and accounting firms
Dodd-Frank Act: Federal law implementing financial regulatory reform and consumer protection measures
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation affecting shareholder distributions, stock transfers, and corporate restructuring
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and dissolution (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law)
Blue Sky Laws: State-level securities laws regulating the offering and sale of securities to protect investors from fraudulent activities
State Business Corporation Acts: State legislation providing framework for corporate governance, shareholder rights, and corporate operations
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory requirements for securities transactions, corporate disclosure, and investor protection
Stock Exchange Rules: Requirements set by stock exchanges for listed companies regarding corporate governance and trading
Fiduciary Duty Case Law: Legal precedents establishing standards for director and officer responsibilities to shareholders
Minority Shareholder Rights: Legal protections and remedies available to minority shareholders against majority oppression
Corporate Governance Precedents: Case law establishing standards for corporate decision-making and management oversight
Articles of Incorporation: Primary corporate document establishing the company's existence and basic structure
Corporate Bylaws: Internal rules governing company operations, management structure, and shareholder rights
