Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary federal law governing commercial transactions, especially Article 2 which deals with sale of goods between merchants and customers
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law that prohibits unfair or deceptive trade practices and provides consumer protection framework
Consumer Protection Laws: Various federal statutes protecting consumer rights in commercial transactions
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Federal law governing warranties on consumer products, requiring clear disclosure of warranty terms
E-SIGN Act: Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act - validates electronic signatures and records in commercial transactions
State UCC Variations: State-specific modifications and interpretations of the Uniform Commercial Code
State Consumer Protection Laws: State-specific regulations protecting consumers, which may be more stringent than federal laws
State Warranty Laws: State-specific laws governing warranties and product guarantees
Data Privacy Laws: Federal and state laws governing the collection, storage, and use of personal data (including CCPA for California)
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific rules such as FDA, FCC, or environmental regulations depending on the nature of goods/services
Antitrust Laws: Federal and state laws preventing anti-competitive business practices and monopolies
Product Liability Laws: Laws governing manufacturer/supplier liability for defective products or services
Import/Export Regulations: Federal regulations governing international trade if applicable to the supply chain
Intellectual Property Laws: Laws protecting patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets in commercial relationships
Contract Law Fundamentals: Basic principles including offer, acceptance, consideration, capacity, and legality of subject matter
