When can i seek for independent (Cumis) counsel from Insurance company in California?

While much more info is needed to address your situation, generally you can try to seek Cumis counsel when there is a conflict of interests between...

Do I need attorney? Do I have the right?

Try to collect documentary evidence of the hours you have worked etc. in case you need to prove it.

Under what condition can Court ask plaintiff to pay for defendant's legal cost?

Usually, a losing party must pay the prevailing party's "costs" but not fees. However, in some discrimination cases, the judge has discretion to...

I would focus on getting new counsel ASAP, though this procedural mess may repel candidates.

Should a business owner worry about a terminated employee who has not cashed his/her final paycheck?

Unless you are aware of an employment claim, I wouldn't waste time/energy worrying about it, especially since it has no legal effect. Just be sure...

Do I gave an employment discrimination case as a gay man?

The store likely isn't required to pay any severance, so I wouldn't rock that boat unless you have hard evidence (i.e., admission) of discrimination.

Can a judge order the implementation of a denied reasonable accommodation, or are they limited to awarding money?

Lawsuits usually seek money damages, but if the accommodation is a key objective, there could be creative ways to seek it through injunctive or...

Is Service of Summons and Complaint complete if one of the defendants not served at all?

Yes. The served defendant(s) must respond.

Employer refuses to pay my remaining salary after I quit (in California)

Hard to say precisely from this summary, but withholding 3 months of pay seems unjustifiable, even if the final month is rightly unpaid (as it was...

How can I pursue my legal rights after being falsely accused of having a stolen property?

I would start by talking to the police department, and if that fails send a strongly worded demand/attorney letter.