There is an auction. The buyer or lender will receive a deed from the sheriff. Then they must file an eviction with the court and get a judgment....

Does the other co-owner of a house (now dead) still owe his half of the mortgage?

Yes, his estate is responsible for the note secured by the mortgage. However, you are now full owner of the property on which there is a mortgage...

A defendant has standing to make a motion to dismiss based on res judicata.

What if defendant cannot produce any document or affidavit in his defense in his reply to MSJ by plaintiff? Is he doomed?

The plaintiff in their MSJ must still present sufficient evidence to prove all the prima facie elements of their case. If they cannot, you can file...

I'm not aware of any rules regarding this. I would argue that a court proceeding is open to the public. A deposition is considered court testimony....

I cannot find anything that lets me know if a pros se plaintiff can take a deposition of a defendants witness?

A pro se plaintiff can do anything a regular attorney can do, with some exceptions. You can find the deposition rules starting at California Code...

Upcoming civil court hearing re Motion for Assignment Order: Fatal error because neglected to file [Proposed] Assignment Order?

Oops. I would go ahead and file and serve it now ahead of the hearing, and bring a copy with you.

What are the rules of evidence?

The Rules of Evidence govern what facts are presented to the trier of fact. In California, they are found in the Evidence Code and related case...

Your question is confusing. Generally, a Motion for Summary Judgment asks the court for judgment in your favor based on the evidence presented in...

What happens if plaintiff insists on dismissal without prejudice?

It is negotiable. With our without prejudice, the other party can still file a new complaint, and you still have to file a response, whether you...