Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary UK legislation governing copyright protection for musical works, moral rights, performers' rights, duration of copyright, and assignment/licensing provisions

Berne Convention: International treaty establishing minimum standards for copyright protection and international copyright protection mechanisms

Trade Marks Act 1994: Legislation governing protection of band names, artist names, and merchandising rights in the music industry

Rome Convention 1961: International convention for the protection of performers, producers of phonograms, and broadcasting organizations

Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Legislation governing how third parties may enforce terms of a contract, relevant for music industry stakeholders

Partnership Act 1890: Legislation governing partnership arrangements, applicable if the collaboration creates a partnership structure

European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018: Post-Brexit legislation affecting international rights and EU-derived intellectual property protections

Common Law Principles: Legal principles developed through case law covering contract formation, breach of contract, and remedies

Equitable Principles: Legal principles covering fiduciary duties and confidentiality obligations between collaborating parties

PRS for Music Regulations: Industry-specific regulations governing performing rights and royalty collection for musical works

PPL Licensing Requirements: Industry-specific requirements for licensing recorded music and collecting royalties for performers and record companies

Musicians' Union Guidelines: Industry body guidelines providing best practices for music collaboration and fair treatment of musicians