What kind of attorney do I need?

A personal injury would be likely to help you. A full consultation would be necessary to properly advise you.

The Defendant will typically have an opportunity to argue against the tentative and change the ruling, and you will have the opportunity to...

Is it legal for an employer to reduce a wage so abruptly without notice?

While this may be unfair and a bad business practice, it is not illegal, assuming you are an at-will employee and getting paid at least the minimum...

They are inadmissible because they are hearsay.

It'll usually say on the check, but generally it is 180 days or 6 months.

Received Notice of CMC from court, sending copy to defendant. Do I need a Proof of Service for this?

Yes, you need to attach a proof of service to this document.

What are my options?

Depending on the agreement you had, you may have claims for breach of contract, fraud, and related claims. You can sue them for the money plus...

Question about Breach of Contract SOL

The SOL begins running when the contract is breached. It is 4 years for a written contract, 2 years for an oral contract.

Can this be wrongful termination since HR did not even allow me to defend myself and uses one-sided story to determine faults?

If you are an at-will employee, this would not be a wrongful termination. However, it sounds like you have an employment contract here. If...

Do I need legal representation?

You don't need legal representation, but it is probably better if you do have an attorney representing you. Typically, if the damages are large...