Can I get temporary protective order or other relief injunction against my employer post MSJ but before final judgment?

You can certainly ask but these would appear to be new allegations and the court is unlikely to entertain such a motion.

Have I surmised correctly that serving notice to the other party preceding subpoenaing a witness for deposition is not required?

Rule 45(a)(4) applies only if the subpoena directs production of documents, etc. However, the court's local rules might require you to check with...

Does this constitute improper service in Connecticut?

You're asking about angels dancing on the head of a pin. You're risking a default judgment. You obviously have notice of the lawsuit. You can raise...

Yes you can. But heed the warning in the prior answer.

Does the court require expert witness testimony for a civil negligent misrepresentation lawsuit?

It depends what issue the expert testimony would relate to. Better to focus on figuring out whether you need an expert to establish the elements of...

Should I include all versions of the complaint in a civil appeal in California? Like original and first amended?

It won't hurt to include the original complaint.

I am an employer, I have a number of independent contractors that perform work for my business.

It's necessary to review the written agreement with the other company, but I don't think that the issue of whether the contractor or its employees...

CA limited civil (Superior Court) re: documentary evidence.

Your question is confusing. Are the documents being submitted on summary judgment or are you preparing for trial?

I have been awarded Judgment by default. How do I prepare a proposed form of order if I do not know assets?

Best thing you can do is retain a lawyer.

What happens if I skip a "EARLY MEETING OF PARTIES AND SCHEDULING CONFERENCE" for a federal court?

Don't skip the conference. That would be extremely unwise. Also, you as a non-lawyer cannot represent the LLC.