In order to set a case for trial in an unlawful detainer, do you have to dismiss the Does?

No, you do not have to dismiss the Doe defendants. You may go ahead and file a Request for Trial.

Is it possible to get issued another check without the cosigners names?

I must agree with the previous responder that it will be easier to work with the bank on the check you have rather than trying to get a new one.

What can I do to get this problem solved?

You should file a complaint, as well as talking to an attorney about suing the landlord.

Three siblings fighting on a Probate matter. Two are clearly stealing and there is proof.

Your post is quite confusing and certainly lacks detail. Against whom are you trying to get a restraining order?

Serve him with a 60-Day Notice. If he does not leave at the expiration of the Notice, file an Unlawful Detainer.

Will the no contact order be lifted at any point? If so how long will the order have to be in place before they lift it?

Retain a lawyer and have him/her look over the order for you.

What can I do about this kind of situation. All seven of my kids wore worryed for three days strait

You should contact your attorney who handled the case.

Is there something I can do legally since the owner has done nothing about this matter?

Provide your landlord with a written notice of your issues with the other tenants and the violation of your quiet enjoyment. If the landlord does...

Is there any established case law I can quote about what "approximate time" means?

I agree with Attorney Chen's response.

Your landlord may serve you with a notice to comply with a covenant in your lease or leave. If you do not comply or leave, he can file an unlawful...