Yes, you can sue your employer or file a wage claim with the Labor Commissioner.

Can a Civil lawsuit be filed the second time in California if there was not a statement of claim and the case is closed.

If the case is dismissed without prejudice, yes, it can be filed again.

Can my boyfriend be at my house if my roommate/landlord dosnt want him around?

Unless your boyfriend is doing something illegal or your lease prohibits it, your landlord cannot prevent him from coming over.

Whether it is medical marijuana or not, is it legal to smoke on your apartment balcony at a private apartment complex?

This may constitute a nuisance and interference with quiet enjoyment, both of which your landlord can be liable for. You should have an...

Employment Question in California. Are temporary workers supposed to be treated like permanent?

Unfortunately, assuming you're an at will employee, this would be legal. The only exception would be if the harassment you referred to was based on...

If you don't plan to issue stock, an LLC is probably better. However, you can have this LLC classified as an S Corp, so you can essentially...

Mold in rental unit

You can repair the drywall at your cost and deduct it from your rent. You can also have an attorney write a demand letter to the LL. Have...

Opposition to Summary Judgment

No, you cannot reply to their reply.

How can I avoid having my county publish my name and property address when purchasing a property?

You can buy the property under an LLC or corp, so the business entity's information is what is public, not your personal information.

Can I ask for punitive damages in small claims case because of the defendant's fraudulent and dishonest behavior?

You can certainly ask, but as you pointed out, they are rarely awarded in small claims cases.