Uniform Commercial Code: Primary consideration of UCC Articles 2 (Sales) and 9 (Secured Transactions), especially provisions relating to consignment arrangements and security interests
Federal Regulatory Framework: Compliance with FTC regulations, Consumer Product Safety Act, FDA regulations, EPA requirements, and OSHA standards depending on the nature of manufacturing
Intellectual Property Laws: Consideration of Patent Act, Copyright Act, Trademark Act (Lanham Act), and Trade Secrets Protection (Defend Trade Secrets Act) for IP protection
State-Specific Legislation: Compliance with state manufacturing regulations, consumer protection laws, environmental regulations, and labor laws in relevant jurisdictions
Contract Law Principles: Application of common law principles of contract formation, state-specific contract laws, and Statute of Frauds requirements
Product Liability Laws: Adherence to state product liability statutes and common law principles of product liability to manage manufacturing risks
Employment Laws: Compliance with Fair Labor Standards Act, state employment laws, and worker classification regulations
International Trade Laws: Consideration of import/export regulations, customs requirements, and international trade agreements if applicable
Tax Regulations: Management of federal tax implications, state tax obligations, and sales tax requirements related to manufacturing operations
Insurance Requirements: Maintenance of product liability insurance, general commercial liability, and workers' compensation coverage
