Contacted by a process server

It may mean that you are being sued, but there is no way to tell until you are served with whatever legal paperwork is being served by the process...

I girlfriend received a civil demand notice from ronald halpern, esq. located in Laguna Hills Ca. for a shoplifting fine -

No, she doesn't have to pay. A lawsuit could be filed against her, but unless it's a large amount, that is very unlikely.

Contingency agreements, what does recovery mean?

Contingency agreement means that the attorney's fee comes out of whatever amount the recover for you in a particular case. The other questions you...

Yes, your employer can do that, unless you have a contract that states otherwise.

What does this entry in superior court website, an online case summary, means to the party being sued? How much time she has?

It means that you're at risk of going into default as you have not answered the complaint. You need to file an answer immediately.

Is it legal to provide art business services (logo, marketing, & web design, etc) for an escort advertisement directory site.

Yes

How long does it take for my lawyer to finished my claim it was in Jan 2013 not my fault

There is no set time frame. It depends upon on a variety of factors. Talk to your lawyer about the status of your case.

Can I file a motion to quash as my answer to a civil lawsuit?

If you are filing a motion to quash the summons, you don't have to answer. It basically replaces the answer. If the motion is denied, then you...

What are my options in this case? I don't know if I'll be able to collect the large sum I'm owed - business equity contract

The purchase agreement would have to be reviewed to properly advise you.

How is it possible to be ordered to show in court for "enforcement of judgement-judgment debtor" without any previous notice?

If it is threatening you that you'll go to jail if you don't show up, it is not from the court. It is probably from a collection agency. Such...