What is the consequence of answering a verified complaint with a general denial?

You can ask the court to strike the unverified answer since it isn't proper.

If we fail to show up to opposing counsel's Discovery meeting, what kind of sanctions can actually be placed upon us?

There can be monetary sanctions imposed as well.

Correct Superior Court self help desk

There is no help desk. The Court will need give you legal advice. You need hire a lawyer to defend you, or search online/research at the law...

I hired a lawyer for a case. The judgment for me was only $2k and the lawyer got near $100k for his fees. Is It fair?

You should look at what the fee agreement between you and the lawyer says. As far as ethical, unless the lawyer committed malpractice, it'd be...

A reviewer is attempting to defamed our company reputation by leaving a bad negative review on google

If what is being posted is truly false, and not an opinion of theirs, you can have an attorney send a cease and desist letter or file a lawsuit....

The answer to your question would depend on what the purchase agreement, escrow agreement, and related documents say. A full consultation would...

Can the seller ask for the earnest money if all contingencies passed (appraisal, inspection, and loan approval), but the buyer's

The answer to your question would depend on what the purchase agreement, escrow agreement, and related documents say. A full consultation would...

In the state of CA can a husband and wife have a sole proprietorship together or would we need to get an LLC or Corp?

A sole proprietorship can only be one person. You can do a partnership, but for liability protection, you should do a limited partnership,...

Can I sue a LLC for $9000 that I lend a year ago? I only have the copy of the check.

It depends on what agreement you had with them. If they were supposed to pay you back by now, then yes, you can sue.

Can I sue my company for wrongful termination?

Assuming that you are an at-will employee, no, this would not be illegal and would not be a wrongful termination.