Do I need permission to post a picture to my website?

I suggest you contact a copyright attorney to review the letter you received, and other materials and counsel you what type of response is needed...

What is the best way to patent a product?

Hire a patent attorney as this is one of the most complex legal documents to create.

COPYRIGHT LAW - Does providing "no copyright infringement intended" notice protect from a copyright infringement claim?

No, it's still copyright infringement regardless of any statement contrary to that.

COPYRIGIHT LAW - If and how much copyrighted footage can be used in an original film without seeking permission.

I suggest you seek the advice of a copyright attorney since what you are planning on doing is fraught with risk.

I am in 4-H and would like to use a quote from Dr. Suess. Do I need copyright permission?

Since this is a one time use which will not be sold or reproduced, just make sure you attribute the quote by placing "Dr. Suess" after the quote.

I found out that a company is selling merchandise with an image very similar to one that I created and registered. Infringement?

Seek the counsel of a copyright attorney to assist you in this matter.

My employer never asked to take my photo and use it for advertising posters posted all over our dealerships

This appears to be a case of "invasion of privacy" in which you may have enforceable rights. I suggest you seek the advice from an intellectual...

DBA (DOING BUSINESS AS) or ASSUMED NAME QUESTION: Can a "Inc" have a DBA "LLC"?

In general no but I would hire a business attorney to guide you in these matters since the laws on this subject change State to State.

Can you get in trouble for things your employer is requesting you do?

No, you won't go to jail but you may be subject to civil liability. I suggest you seek the counsel of an intellectual property attorney.

Best advice is to avoid this group and this situation altogether.