Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage and hour requirements, though directors are typically exempt employees
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA): Federal law governing employee benefit plans, including retirement and health benefits for directors
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting executive compensation, deferred compensation, and benefits
Securities Exchange Act: Federal law governing securities markets and protecting investors, particularly relevant for directors of public companies
Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal law establishing corporate governance and financial disclosure requirements for public companies
Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act: Federal law implementing financial regulatory reform, including executive compensation and corporate governance provisions
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting individuals 40 and older from employment discrimination
Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII): Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law providing eligible employees with unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons
State Employment Laws: Varying state-specific regulations governing employment relationships and worker protections
State Corporate Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate formation, operation, and director responsibilities
State Non-Compete Regulations: State-specific rules governing the enforceability and scope of non-compete agreements
Company Bylaws: Internal corporate rules governing director duties, responsibilities, and corporate operations
Corporate Governance Guidelines: Company-specific policies outlining board operations and director responsibilities
Stock Exchange Listing Requirements: Rules and regulations imposed by stock exchanges for listed companies, including director independence requirements
SEC Regulations: Federal securities regulations governing disclosure requirements and director responsibilities in public companies
Fiduciary Duties: Legal obligations of loyalty and care that directors owe to the corporation and its shareholders
D&O Insurance Requirements: Directors and Officers liability insurance coverage requirements and limitations
Change in Control Provisions: Regulations and requirements governing director rights and obligations during corporate ownership changes
