People often think that if they receive a ticket after a traffic accident, they are at fault for it, but that’s not necessarily true. Illinois law states that a traffic ticket will only come into play if the individual who receives it after the accident pleads guilty to those charges. For example, if you receive a ticket after an accident and plead not guilty, the ticket won’t count as evidence even if you’re convicted in a traffic court hearing. However, keep in mind that the ticket is still considered by the insurance company when determining which driver was at fault.
evidence if there’s ever a trial. Keep in mind that the charges that relate to the actual cause of the accident are what truly matter. If you and another party are involved in an accident and the other driver receives the ticket, take the time to show up to a traffic court hearing. When you’re present, the proceedings move forward on the traffic ticket, and there’s always a reasonable chance that the other driver’s going to plead guilty to the charges recorded in the ticket. This allows the ticket to act as evidence in a later civil case. When the charges after a traffic accident are substantial, it is worthwhile to consult with a traffic ticket lawyer to address those charges.
Pleading not guilty to the charges ensures that the ticket you were issued will never act as
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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8 small bone-in chicken thighs
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1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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12 radishes, halved
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4 large carrots, cut into sticks
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1 tablespoon sugar
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2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
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Salt and pepper
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1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Brown in pan for 6–7 minutes per side.
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3. Remove chicken from pan and scrape off excess fat. Add broth and stir in radishes, carrots, and sugar. 4. Return chicken to pan, placing on top of vegetables. Gently simmer with lid on pan for 15–20 minutes. Finish with chives.
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Recipe inspired by Real Simple
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