Surveillance camera at work

There is no legal right to privacy recognized in the workplace, so this would not be unlawful.

My attorneys presented a good case on my behalf for discrimination and wrongful termination. It did not go to court

It would depend on what ruling the judge exactly made.

I just moved in. My landlord has avoided fixing my water heater for 29 days.Can I have it repaired myself?

Yes, you can use the repair and deduct remedy.

Looking for a flood specialist to take our case

You need an attorney that handles civil litigation/negligence claims regularly. It is highly unlikely you will find an attorney who specializes in...

Will this be considered a clear case of wrongful termination and is it worth pursuing?

Assuming you are an at-will employee, this would not be wrongful termination. Your employer can terminate you at any time, with or without...

Do I have a valid claim to take legal action against my former employer?

Assuming you are an at-will employee, you can get fired for no reason or any reason at all, including the one you mention.

In the state of California, is it legal to force an employee to work past their scheduled shift?

Yes, this is legal, provided you are being paid properly, including being paid any overtime wages, if necessary.

It would depend on your employer's internal policies. You should discuss this with your supervisor or manager.

I've been overworked without lunch so much that I have suffered severe malnutrition and exhaustion -- on leave at Dr's request.

You're entitled to a thirty minute off duty lunch period if you're working an 8 hour day or more. You're also entitled to two 10 minute rest...

CA Superior Court (Civil) re: defendant testimony.

Yes, the plaintiff can call the defendant as a witness, and the defendant would then have to testify.