Copyright Act: Federal law (17 U.S.C.) governing copyright protection for original works, including software code and documentation
Patent Act: Federal law (35 U.S.C.) protecting novel inventions and processes that may be incorporated in the software
Trade Secrets Act: Federal and state laws protecting confidential business information and proprietary code
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law addressing copyright issues specific to digital content and software
Uniform Commercial Code: State-adopted uniform law governing commercial transactions, including software licensing and sales
State Contract Laws: Specific state laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies
State Privacy Laws: State-specific data protection laws (e.g., CCPA in California) governing handling of personal information
HIPAA: Federal law governing privacy and security of healthcare information if software involves medical data
E-SIGN Act: Federal law ensuring legal validity of electronic signatures and records
UETA: Uniform state law providing legal framework for electronic transactions and signatures
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law governing wages and working conditions, relevant for development team employment
Export Control Regulations: Federal regulations (EAR/ITAR) controlling export of technical data and software
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law protecting against unfair or deceptive trade practices in software development and licensing
Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal law requiring specific controls and reporting for publicly traded companies, affecting software requirements
