Common Law of Contract: Fundamental principles of contract law in England and Wales, covering formation, consideration, and enforcement of contracts
Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Governs formalities for creating certain types of contracts and legal documents
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Regulates how third parties may enforce terms of a contract
Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation protecting intellectual property rights in software development and creative works
Trade Marks Act 1994: Protects brands and distinctive signs that might be involved in software development
Database Rights Regulations 1997: Protects rights in databases under Copyright and Rights in Databases Regulations
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Post-Brexit data protection regulation governing personal data processing and transfer
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards and requirements
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Specific rules for privacy in electronic communications and marketing
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer rights in contracts for goods and services, including digital content
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Governs electronic transactions and online business operations
Electronic Communications Act 2000: Provides legal framework for electronic signatures and communications
Employment Rights Act 1996: Relevant for contractor vs. employee considerations in software development
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in business agreements
Enterprise Act 2002: Additional competition law considerations for business agreements
Rome I Regulation: Determines applicable law in contractual obligations involving international elements
Brussels Regime: Establishes rules for jurisdiction in international contractual disputes
