Employment Classification Laws: IRS guidelines on independent contractor vs. employee classification, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and state-specific contractor classification laws
Intellectual Property Laws: Copyright Act of 1976, patent laws, Trade Secrets Protection Acts, and work for hire doctrine provisions that govern ownership and protection of created software and related materials
Data Protection and Privacy: State-specific data privacy laws (e.g., CCPA in California), federal privacy laws if applicable (HIPAA, GLBA), and data breach notification requirements
Contract Law: State-specific contract laws, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), and Statute of Frauds requirements governing contract formation and enforcement
Tax Laws: IRS regulations regarding 1099 contractors, state tax requirements, and local tax obligations for freelance work
Cybersecurity Requirements: State-specific cybersecurity laws and industry-specific regulations governing data security and protection measures
Non-Compete and Non-Disclosure: State-specific restrictions on non-compete agreements and trade secret protection laws governing confidentiality obligations
Payment Regulations: State-specific prompt payment laws and electronic payment regulations governing compensation terms and methods
Dispute Resolution: State-specific arbitration laws and Federal Arbitration Act provisions governing conflict resolution procedures
Insurance Requirements: State-specific insurance requirements and professional liability considerations for freelance software developers
