Federal Agency Law: Principles from the Restatement (Third) of Agency governing the fundamental aspects of principal-agent relationships

Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing standards for employment relationships, wages, and hours if the agent is considered an employee

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting agent compensation, independent contractor status, and tax reporting requirements

Federal Antitrust Laws: Regulations preventing anti-competitive practices and monopolies in agency relationships

FTC Regulations: Federal Trade Commission rules governing fair business practices and consumer protection

State Agency Laws: State-specific regulations governing agency relationships and responsibilities that vary by jurisdiction

State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements for contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation

State Licensing Requirements: Jurisdiction-specific licensing and certification requirements for different types of agents

State Employment Laws: State-specific regulations governing employment relationships if the agent is considered an employee

Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized rules for specific sectors such as securities, real estate, insurance, or entertainment

Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts must be in writing to be enforceable

Fiduciary Duties: Legal obligations of loyalty, care, and good faith owed by an agent to their principal

Authority Provisions: Specifications regarding the scope and limitations of the agent's authority to act on behalf of the principal

Compensation Structure: Terms governing payment, commission, or other forms of compensation for the agent's services

Liability and Indemnification: Provisions addressing risk allocation, insurance requirements, and protection against claims

Non-Compete and Confidentiality: Restrictions on competition and requirements for protecting confidential information

Dispute Resolution: Mechanisms for resolving conflicts including mediation, arbitration, or litigation procedures