How do I get a refund from an attorney I paid up front who refused to do what he promised and failed to act in my best interest?

You can take the attorney to small claims court or do a fee arbitration.

Is it legal for a California company to tell one employee that they can’t do the same thing they allow all other employees to do

Unless this is being done because of your race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected characteristic, it would not be illegal.

Does anything prohibit me from filing a request for dismissal using form civ-110?

You can dismiss at anytime, since you're the plaintiff, but if you dismiss without getting a waiver of attorneys fees and costs, the defendants may...

How to proceed in this case

You can sue the parties involved for fraud, conversion, and related claims.

What do I do when I am trying to reserve a date for a motion t disqualify on the CRS and the only available dates are 3/2017?

You'll have to choose the date available, but then can go in for an ex parte motion seeking an order shortening time on the hearing.

A handyman cannot put a lien on your house, but a licensed contract can.

How do I file a wrongful termination lawsuit and workers comp lawsuit

Consult an employment attorney. A full consultation would be necessary to properly advise you.

You can amend once, as a matter of right. Thus, you can just amend and then serve the amended complaint upon the defendant.

What is the procedure to get the court to issue an OSC for civil contempt?

Typically, you wouldn't be subpoena a party to the case for a deposition, but rather you'd do a Notice of Deposition. You may be able to file...

In need of a waiver form that will protect me from legal issues in terms of finance and personal injury. Any advice/help? Cost?

You need a waiver that releases claims and indemnifies you. A full consultation would be necessary to properly advise you.