Do I have to respect someones trademark infringement claim, if their application is still pending?

I agree with my colleague. While your question is appreciated, there is just no way for us to address the relevant issues here over a public Q&A...

There are several issues. You are free to use a trademark descriptively in text to refer to the mark holder. This is called "nominative fair use"...

Question about my brand

Well sure. You very likely infringed on both their copyright on that design assuming yours is "substantially similar" to theirs and you are also...

Under fair use doctrine, can the national board prohibit the chapters of its own association from using the logo on merchandise?

While copyright is certainly relevant for any work of original authorship that possesses creative expression, which most logos have, this is really...

The bottom line is that NC is definitely NOT friendly to it and depending on the facts, circumstances and players involved there can be a number of...

Can you please let me know what are the legal requirements to sell a SOFTWARE product in the USA in all states

It sounds like you have to receive any legal guidance and formed in DE not because you are located there but because you read that this was a...

Would our company break any trademark laws?

Remember that just because you share the same or similar name does not necessarily mean you are infringing. For example, we are not confused...

Can we use a phrase that's trademarked by someone in a completely different industry using it for something totally different?

You are correct that just because you share the same or similar name does not necessarily mean you are infringing. For example, we are not confused...

What should I look for when deciding on a firm or lawyer?

All you can do is take the time to call around and talk to several before making any commitments. You want to feel comfortable that the lawyer...

Can I use their name in my blog or do I have to keep the info generic as it is all coming from me.

If you are writing about someone then of course you can refer to them by name. If these are trademarks it is permissible to use their text names...