Copyright Act: Federal law (17 U.S.C.) governing copyright protection for original works, including software and other intellectual property

Patent Act: Federal law (35 U.S.C.) protecting novel inventions and processes that may be involved in licensed products

Trademark Act: Federal law (Lanham Act, 15 U.S.C.) protecting brands, logos, and other distinctive marks associated with licensed products

Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized set of business laws governing commercial transactions, particularly Article 2 relating to sales of goods

Federal Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act and Clayton Act governing anti-competitive behavior and monopolistic practices in licensing agreements

Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law addressing digital copyright issues, including technological protection measures and online service provider liability

Computer Software Protection Act: Federal legislation specifically addressing protection of computer software and related intellectual property

State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies

State UCC Modifications: State-specific adaptations and modifications to the Uniform Commercial Code

State Consumer Protection Laws: State-level regulations protecting consumer rights in commercial transactions

State Trade Secret Laws: State-specific provisions protecting confidential business information and trade secrets

First Sale Doctrine: Legal principle limiting copyright holder's control over redistribution of purchased copies of copyrighted works

Fair Use Doctrine: Legal principle allowing limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as commentary, criticism, or research

Export Control Regulations: Federal regulations governing international transfer of technology and software

Data Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing collection, storage, and use of personal data