Can I manufacture and sell goods using store-bought components from other goods?

As a patent, trademark and copyright attorney, I can tell you that the answer is not as simple as the question. It depends on whether the lamp is...

Which is the best way for me to file a utility patent and start a business to start selling the product?

THe best way is to hire a registered patent attorney with experience writing patent applications so that you can ensure that all of the necessary...

Is this embezzlement from a CFO?

I would immediately change all of your internal control systems so that everyone who controls funds is notified when a charge is made. The way you...

Can I buy a product, add to it, and sell it?

You are free to resell goods legally obtained. If however you alter goods that have trademark labels attached to them, then you are risking a...

Harassment

No. In addition, if you are having trouble paying rent, you certainly could not afford a lawsuit against the person.

I found a google search of myself that someone created a false report on me on ripoffreport.com that is completely false (libel)

You have to file suit against DOE defendants, issue subpoenas to Ripoff Reports showing a need for the information, file a motion to compel with...

I am buying,selling and delivering product. I will start around 2nd of Jan. I can get paid by check or cash. I prefer cash

In order not to violate the law, you must deposit your sums of cash into a bank account on a regular basis.

I bought 3 yurts to help a friend. He put the receipts in his name to avoid VAT, can he claim them as his without repaying me?

You might consider suing him in small claims court.

You must license the character from the rightful owner. Any other use would be infringement.

Real estate agent lied to me, then when I confronted her she slandered me to others. Can I sue?

Unfortunately without knowing specifically what she said and whether it was opinion rather than a false statement of facts, no one can tell you...