Internal Revenue Code and IRS Regulations: Federal tax laws and regulations governing the confidentiality of tax information and taxpayer data

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: Federal law requiring financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices and protect sensitive data

Federal Trade Secrets Act: Federal law protecting trade secrets and confidential business information from misappropriation

Defend Trade Secrets Act: Federal law providing uniform protection for trade secrets, including private right of action in federal courts

AICPA Code of Professional Conduct: Professional standards governing accountants' behavior, including confidentiality requirements

State CPA Regulations: State-specific rules and ethical requirements governing certified public accountants' professional conduct

GAAP Compliance: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles requirements affecting handling of financial information

State Trade Secrets Laws: State-specific legislation protecting confidential business information and trade secrets

Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal law establishing enhanced standards for public company financial disclosures and corporate governance

SEC Regulations: Securities and Exchange Commission rules governing financial reporting and disclosure requirements

PCAOB Requirements: Public Company Accounting Oversight Board standards for auditing public companies

State Data Privacy Laws: State-specific legislation governing the collection, storage, and protection of personal and business data

Contract Law Fundamentals: Basic contract law principles including consideration, enforceability, duration, termination, and remedies for breach