If this is a small closely held group the likelihood of a problem is probably very small, but because it is not specifically "personal use" the...

How can I not be liable for what users do with the application I am developing?

You need to get some proper legal advice on it. The big question is going to be whether the app / tool has verifiable lawful purposes. That is, it...

Can I Trademark a logo with a common word or name?

If you plan on using both "J. and Company" and "JAC" as text trademark source identifiers then you will need to first have due diligence done on...

Received a cease and desist letter from a NY law office from a company in Europe, what do I do?

You need to have the whole situation properly analyzed. This could be an over-reach, or you could be infringing on them. Both happen all the time....

How much can I expect to pay a copyright infringement lawyer to help with erroneously posting a small image to my site?

This all depends on what is involved. I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your objectives in more detail. You can start...

Does my product violate copy right infringement

I just responded to your other question in detail, but this is more likely a trademark concern than a copyright one.

Is my product trademark infringement

Hello Rutherford; I'm from Wood-Ridge! As the others note, it frankly depends. The use of the ribbon in general is not a protectable concept....

What are my rights in this situation and what are my options?

Any creative expression will be covered by copyright law automatically. Then you register the work with the US Copyright Office so to perfect your...

You received some good insights. In general, an actual summary if done correctly should be lawful, but it is easy to cross the line. For example, a...

What would be the best course of action for a business that has discovered they share a name with a business in another country?

It only becomes an issue if you sought to compete with them in the markets that they were already operating in. The fact that you share a name and...