Securities Exchange Act: Federal law governing securities trading and public company transactions, crucial if the business transfer involves publicly traded companies

Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act: Federal legislation requiring review of large business transactions to prevent monopolistic practices

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting the structure and tax implications of the business transfer

WARN Act: Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act requiring advance notice of significant employment changes in business transfers

ERISA: Employee Retirement Income Security Act governing the transfer of employee benefits and pension plans

Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing wage, overtime, and employment standards that must be considered in business transfers

National Labor Relations Act: Federal law protecting workers' rights and union relationships during business ownership changes

Equal Employment Opportunity Laws: Federal anti-discrimination laws ensuring fair treatment of employees during business transitions

Intellectual Property Laws: Federal laws including Patent Act, Copyright Act, and Trademark Act governing the transfer of intellectual property assets

State Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate structures and business operations within the state

Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions and business transfers

State Bulk Sales Laws: State-specific regulations protecting creditors in business asset transfers

Environmental Regulations: Federal EPA and state-specific environmental regulations affecting business transfer liability and compliance

Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific rules and requirements varying by industry (healthcare, financial services, etc.)