If you have to ask the question, then you already answered it

I am not sure there is a question. Bring your witnesses to court Bring photos of the intersection

before you make any decision. you need to speak to your lawyer. If appointed a public defender will enter the plea for you

it is assign the rights or sign over his rights

Yes. Meet with a lawyer who will determine if you have a viable suit

You chose to resign. I think that waives everything

You cannot fail to show up. You can only appeal if you lose the case. You must proffer the evidence you don't have

Have the other party file a motion and then appear in court at the hearing

Restitution should not be ordered now. You can set it for hearing

I would agree with my colleague if that is what you meant. However, you wrote in a run on sentence so it is unclear