Personal injury attorneys are paid on a contingency basis. There are no upfront costs to hiring a personal injury lawyer.

You are not required to retain a lawyer, but it is recommended to have a layer who can appear on your behalf to reduce charges or fines, avoid insurance premium increases, and save your driving record. 

If you pay the traffic ticket, you are pleading guilty to the charge. In most cases, hiring a lawyer may be cheaper when you consider the long-term effects on your driving record and possible increases in your insurance rates.  Hiring a lawyer is likely cheaper in the long run.

A notary is needed for the power of attorney documentation, wills, titles, and other documents.

Notary services vary in cost based on the type of document, the number of signatures required, and more. On average, a notary costs from $1 per page to $20 per signature.