It is the same as if you were still living in California, since it was regarding a contract there. As the others have said, you can appear...

This is a problematic situation, as these countries are generally not subject to US laws. You did not make it clear that you were the copyright...

You can file a motion for summary judgment or adjudication 60 days after a general appearance has been made (ie. filing an answer). However, as...

The simple answer is yes. The more complicated question is as to how. A few states, not California yet, have a provision in their evidence code...