Civil Rights Act 1964: Federal law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII specifically addresses workplace discrimination and must be considered in client conduct policies.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and prohibiting discrimination based on disability status.
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting individuals 40 years or older from age-based discrimination.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage, overtime pay, and fair labor practices that may impact client-contractor relationships.
HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act governing privacy and security of medical information, relevant if client data includes health information.
State Civil Rights Laws: Various state-specific laws that may provide additional civil rights protections beyond federal legislation.
CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act and similar state privacy laws governing the collection, storage, and use of personal information.
FTC Guidelines: Federal Trade Commission guidelines governing fair business practices, advertising, and consumer protection.
UCC: Uniform Commercial Code governing commercial transactions and contracts across states.
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific regulations such as financial services (SEC, FINRA), healthcare (HIPAA), or professional services requirements.
Data Protection Requirements: Federal and state regulations governing data security, privacy, and cybersecurity measures for protecting client information.
Dispute Resolution Laws: Federal and state laws governing conflict resolution, arbitration, and mediation procedures in business relationships.
