Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Primary source of commercial law in the US, particularly Article 2 governing sale of goods, Article 9 for secured transactions, and Statute of Frauds requirements
State-Specific Contract Laws: Individual state regulations governing contract formation, consideration, offer and acceptance, and specific performance remedies
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts must be in writing, including sales of goods over $500 and real estate transactions
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal Trade Commission regulations, state consumer protection statutes, and cooling-off period rules that protect consumer rights
Property Laws: Regulations governing real and personal property transfers, including title and ownership requirements
Securities Laws: Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and state 'Blue Sky' laws governing security transactions
Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act, Clayton Act, and Hart-Scott-Rodino Act regulations preventing monopolistic practices and controlling large transactions
Tax Considerations: Internal Revenue Code, state tax regulations, and local tax requirements affecting the transaction
Environmental Regulations: EPA requirements, state environmental laws, and disclosure requirements for environmentally sensitive transactions
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specific regulations, licensing requirements, and industry standards depending on the nature of goods/services being transferred
