How do I keep this from happening again?

While prior responders are correct in their comments regarding trademarks, that was actually not your question. A business name is different from...

Can I re-use video from "You Tube labeled Standard You Time License" w /out infringing on copyright for a new video news report?

Yes, there is something else you need to know, your IP attorney's phone number. This question is way too fact-specific and reliant upon an...

What should I do in the present case? Can I publicly reveal the conversation I had by email?

People can say anything, but that does not make them correct. You have revealed very little of the facts underlying your situation, and that is...

Compromise of copyright on book?

As the copyright holder on the book, you have control over all use and derivative efforts, including a new cover. However, if the cover has...

Is there any legal action I can take against footage of me being used and aired without my consent?

The issue here may come down to the time you have allowed to pass without fighting this, especially the time since you turned 18. There is also...

Do we need to clear the use of that image with the firm whose logo appears in that image?

As you may glean from prior responders, the answer is a definite maybe. It depends on how prominent the logo is, how it is shown, and whether or...

If the prior user is actively using that name, I would recommend against it unless you are willing to take on, and likely lose, an infringement...

What can I do? Who do I speak with? Should I just avoid selling anything that has any sort of connection to Apple?

Actually, it sounds like the problem was trademark, not copyright. Only products from Apply can be called iPhone or any other mark which they have...

Do I have a case or not?

This question cannot be answered on this site as it is way too fact-specific. Ideas cannot be copyrighted, only the work itself can. However,...

Is there an online form I can use for the situation mentioned above?

As I have said in the past, the free form which you find online is overpriced. You want to get an agreement in place specific and customized to...