In patent application, how to refer an item's parent? using "corresponding"?

It is difficult to answer your question without context. If you are identifying a parent or grandparent application or patent, I would recommend...

Do I need to apply for a utility and design patent for my new invention?

The answer to your question depends on the novelty of your invention and design. It also depends on business considerations, including your...

Would it be ok to file provisional patent application several months after publishing related research paper?

Yes it will. Under the America Invents Act an inventor has up to 12 month to file a patent application after the date of the inventor's own...

Are my band and I entitled to our earnings from a booked show?

I agree, under the facts that you provided, you should have a good chance of getting your money back in small claims court. However, I don't know...

Do I as an Artist Manager, have to pay a consultation firm $3500 to secure a meeting with a record label? Thank you

I would be skeptical about such an offer. Check the reputation of the consultation firm and obtain specifics and further information about the...

Can a for-profit company publish negative lab reports about the food safety of products without the risk of defamation lawsuits?

You always have a risk of a lawsuit. You can minimize the chances by providing an fair review backed by substantial and substantive data. ...

Usually, I rely on the US Trademark Office website for a "knockout" search. Meaning if the mark is registered for the same or similar goods I...

No, your copyright is not registered until the copyright registration certificate issues. If you have serious concerns, retained an experienced...

How to file a citation of a prior art to a pending or issued patent application outside U.S?

I'm sorry, but I don't understand your question. If you found prior art to your application it should be filed as part of an Information...

Different version of first to use vs first to file?

You will have a substantial risk of being sued for infringement if you don't do your homework properly. As my colleague pointed out the mark may...