Copyright Act: 17 U.S. Code - Protects original works of authorship including software code, user interface designs, and related documentation
Patent Act: 35 U.S. Code - Covers novel, non-obvious technical innovations in the app that may be eligible for patent protection
Trademark Act: 15 U.S. Code - Protects brand names, logos, and other distinctive app identifiers
Defend Trade Secrets Act: Federal law providing uniform protection for trade secrets, including proprietary app algorithms and processes
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): State law governing collection and handling of California residents' personal data in apps
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Federal law regulating collection of personal information from children under 13
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): EU privacy law that may apply if the app collects data from European users
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions and contracts
E-SIGN Act: Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act - Validates electronic signatures and records in commercial transactions
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act: Federal law addressing computer-related fraud and unauthorized access to systems
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Federal law addressing copyright issues in digital media and software
Federal Trade Commission Act: Prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce, including app marketing and functionality claims
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring accessibility considerations in public accommodations, including digital services
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing wage, hour, and employment standards that may affect contractor relationships
HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act - Governs protection of medical information in healthcare apps
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: Federal law governing privacy and security requirements for financial institutions and related apps
PCI DSS: Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard - Security standards for handling credit card information in apps
