Copyright Act: 17 U.S.C. - Federal law governing copyright protection for original works of authorship, crucial for protecting intellectual property rights in royalty agreements
Patent Act: 35 U.S.C. - Federal law governing patent protection, essential for royalty agreements involving patented inventions or processes
Trademark Act (Lanham Act): Federal law protecting trademarks and service marks, relevant for royalty agreements involving branded products or services
Defend Trade Secrets Act: Federal law providing protection for trade secrets, important for royalty agreements involving confidential business information
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized set of laws governing commercial transactions, including sales and licensing agreements
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing the treatment and reporting of royalty income
Antitrust Laws: Including Sherman Act and Clayton Act, governing competition and preventing monopolistic practices in royalty arrangements
Securities Laws: Securities Act of 1933 and Exchange Act of 1934, relevant if royalty agreements involve investment contracts or public offerings
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized regulations depending on industry (entertainment, technology, pharmaceutical, etc.)
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state laws ensuring fair business practices and consumer rights in commercial arrangements
Accounting Standards: GAAP and revenue recognition rules governing the proper accounting treatment of royalty payments and income
