It’s all about the damages and credibility. How much $$ are you harmed and can you prove it. Backed up with docs. Depending on the amount and the circumstances, your doctor may not show and its an automatic win for you and his insurance will cover.
I’ve won several times and the better you are prepared with time lines, phone records, receipts, witnesses, etc. the better. You don’t have much time to prove your case. Just the facts, ma’am
The court may ask you to work out a compromise 30 min before the real case begins. Be ready for that.
It is a little scary, but when you know you are right, the judge can see it. They see a lot of bs’ers and are pretty quick with good questions that will smoke them out fast. Dress appropriately, cover tats and loose the piercings..