Copyright Act: Federal law (17 U.S.C.) governing copyright protection for original works, including software code and application design elements
Patent Act: Federal law (35 U.S.C.) protecting novel inventions and processes that may be implemented in the application
Defend Trade Secrets Act: Federal law providing protection for trade secrets and proprietary information in the development process
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations determining independent contractor classification and tax obligations
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing standards for employment relationships and contractor classifications
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act: Federal law addressing unauthorized access and computer-related fraud, relevant for security considerations
Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Federal law addressing copyright issues in digital media and software, including anti-circumvention provisions
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions and contracts
State Privacy Laws: Various state-specific regulations governing data privacy and protection (e.g., CCPA in California)
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal law protecting consumers against unfair or deceptive business practices
Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law requiring accessibility considerations in public accommodations, including digital services
Section 508: Federal requirements for making electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities
App Store Policies: Platform-specific requirements and guidelines from Apple and Google for app distribution
Export Control Regulations: Federal regulations governing the export of technology and software to other countries
Data Security Requirements: Various federal and state regulations regarding the protection of user data and security measures
