Federal Agency Law: Common law principles governing agency relationships, including fiduciary duties, scope of authority, and principal-agent relationships

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage and hour requirements, potentially applicable if sub-agent could be classified as an employee

IRS Independent Contractor Guidelines: Federal regulations determining classification of workers as independent contractors vs employees, including control tests and tax implications

Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws: Various federal laws prohibiting discrimination in business relationships, including Civil Rights Act, ADA, and ADEA

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA): Federal law prohibiting bribery of foreign officials, relevant for international business dealings through sub-agents

State Agency Laws: State-specific regulations governing agency relationships and requirements for sub-agency arrangements

State Labor Laws: State-specific employment regulations that may affect sub-agent relationships and worker classification

State Licensing Requirements: State-specific licensing and permit requirements for agents and sub-agents in regulated industries

State Contract Laws: State-specific contract formation and enforcement requirements, including statute of frauds and contract interpretation principles

State Employment Classification Rules: State-specific tests and criteria for determining worker classification status

Industry-Specific Insurance Regulations: Specific regulations governing sub-agents in the insurance industry, including licensing and compliance requirements

Real Estate Agency Regulations: Specific regulations governing sub-agents in real estate transactions, including disclosure requirements and fiduciary duties

Securities Regulations: Federal and state securities laws affecting sub-agents in financial services, including registration and compliance requirements

Scope of Authority Provisions: Contractual elements defining the exact powers and limitations of the sub-agent's authority to act on behalf of the principal

Territory Restrictions: Contractual provisions defining geographical or market limitations on sub-agent's activities

Commission Structures: Contractual terms defining compensation arrangements, including commission rates, payment terms, and conditions

Confidentiality Requirements: Contractual provisions protecting confidential information and trade secrets shared with sub-agents

Non-Compete Clauses: Contractual restrictions on competitive activities, subject to state-specific enforcement limitations

Termination Provisions: Contractual terms specifying conditions and procedures for ending the sub-agent relationship

Liability and Indemnification: Contractual provisions allocating risk and responsibility between parties, including insurance requirements and indemnification obligations

Dispute Resolution Mechanisms: Contractual procedures for resolving conflicts, including choice of law, jurisdiction, and arbitration provisions