SERVICE AGREEMENT


This Agreement dated__________________is between INVESTIGATIVE CONSULTANTS INC., (ICI), and ___________________________________(CLIENT). The parties hereby agree that ICI will provide Client with investigative findings, which may include written reports, documents, electronically recorded statements, video and or photographic materials. The aforementioned is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

The Client hereby agrees to pay ICI for investigative services at the hourly rate of $________and related expenses. Related expenses may include, but not limited to, rental vehicles, mileage, travel expenses, and database usage fees. Client further to pay a retainer of $________before ICI shall commence any work on behalf of the Client. A minimum of $150.00 is due to ICI in any case. It is further agreed that should any court appearances be necessary on the part of ICI pertaining to this case, Client will be billed at the rate of $125.00 per hour plus any associated expenses. Payment by Client shall be due upon advice of ICI or receipt of the ICI invoice. If payment is not made within 30 days of notice, a finance charge of 1.5% per month will be assessed on the unpaid balance plus any attorney fees or other expenses associated with collection. This Agreement shall commence on the date first written above and shall continue until terminated by either party for convenience by giving a 10-day written notice or upon final remittance by Client. (Note: The hourly rate is based on one Investigator. Each additional Investigator is $35.00 per hour, per investigator.

ICI warrants to Client that it is duly licensed, as required by law, to perform investigative and related services. ICI warrants to Client that the services shall be performed with the degree of skill and care that is required, and in conformity with the accepted professional standards prevailing in the private investigative industry at the time the services are performed. ICI further warrants to Client that in performing the services, it will comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws, regulations, and rules including, without limitation, those pertaining to the confidentiality of sensitive information and or attorney-client information. Except as specifically provided above, ICI disclaims all other warranties, expressed or implied.

All investigative findings furnished to Client are exclusively for Client's own use and will keep said in strict confidence. Client will hold ICI harmless from damages, losses, cost and expenses, including attorney fees, suffered or incurred in connection with or arising out of claims based on investigative findings provided to Client, and for which Client fails to keep said findings strictly confidential. Client further agrees to exercise its best effort and judgment to continue the ultimate use of such information for legitimate purposes authorized by applicable laws.

Client agrees to give prompt written or telephonic notice of any legal proceedings, including, without limitation, any civil action, administrative hearing arbitration, in which the findings of ICI or any portion thereof are to be a material issue dispute. ICI is an independent investigative contractor provider and shall not be deemed an employee, agent, partner, or co-venture of Client. Neither party shall have the authority to make any binding representation or agreement on behalf of the other.

This instrument (including any exhibits) contains the entire contract between the parties, and any agreement or representation respecting the services or the duties of either party in relation thereto not expressly set forth in this instrument is null and void. Any amendment or modification of this instrument shall be in writing and duly executed by the parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day and year written above..


INVESTIGATIVE CONSULTANTS, INC. CLIENT:
By:_____________________________________
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By:___________________________________
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Signature:________________________________ Signature:______________________________