Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal legislation that establishes standards for employment relationships, including wage and hour requirements that may affect the structuring of booking arrangements.
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing the tax implications of the agency relationship and proper classification of independent contractor status.
Sherman Antitrust Act: Federal law governing competition and trade practices, relevant for ensuring the non-exclusive nature of the agreement doesn't create anti-competitive situations.
State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing employment relationships and worker classifications that vary by jurisdiction.
State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements for contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation.
Talent Agencies Act: State-specific regulations (particularly in California) governing talent agency operations and relationships with artists.
Entertainment Industry Regulations: Industry-specific rules and requirements governing booking agents and entertainment professionals.
Union Regulations: Rules and requirements set by relevant unions (such as American Federation of Musicians) that may affect booking arrangements.
Agency Law: Legal principles governing the relationship between agents and principals, including fiduciary duties and scope of authority.
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts must be in writing to be enforceable.
Commission Regulations: State-specific rules governing commission rates, payment timing, and related financial arrangements in agency relationships.
Copyright Law: Federal and state provisions protecting creative works and determining rights in booking arrangements.
Trademark Law: Protection of names, logos, and brands in the entertainment industry context.
Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing data protection and confidentiality obligations in business relationships.
