I was in an auto accident where my car was hit, but i was put at fault should i go to court?

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I was in an auto accident where an older driver behind me hit the rear seat on the driver's side causing the car to spin. I was found at fault for trying to make an "improper u-turn" when i was going to the light, which was green, to make a u-turn. I am 18 and was undergoing a shock and anexity attack from being hit on the side i was on. My passenger in the car after the accident accord became hysterical and unable to calm down making the other driver believe that we were under the influence and forcing me to undergo a sobriety test which came out negative. Should I fight this in court? (There was no injuries)

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Scott Hanson McLemorePersonal Injury LawyerHouston, TX ·
If you were ticketed and don't defend yourself the ticket will be a part of your driving record. If your witness and you can't be organized and take charge of proving the facts of your case where the ticket is filed against you, in a timely manner, you will most likely have a driving record reflecting the wreck as it is currently reported.
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Lars A. LundeenPersonal Injury LawyerRutland, VT ·
I suggest that you consider fighting the ticket, since you are young and this may well adversely affect your insurance rates if you are convicted. I suggest you retain an attorney familiar with traffic ticket defenses. Your attorney will probably be in the best position to present you and your witness and prepare you both for trial testimony. It sounds like your passenger may need some handholding and preparation. Legal Disclaimer : Mr. Lundeen is licensed to practice law in Florida and Vermont. The response herein is not legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. The response is in the form of legal education and is intended to provide general information about the matter within the question. Oftentimes the question does not include significant and important facts and timelines that, if known, could significantly change the reply and make it unsuitable. Mr. Lundeen strongly advises the questioner to confer with an attorney in your state in order to ensure proper advice is received.
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