How do private investigators charge for their services?
Most cases are charged out by the hour and the mile plus expenses. Of course, there are those situations where a service may have a flat rate price for the entire investigation. In New York State, a private investigators services are subject to sales tax (In all situations, a retainer fee up front is required). A contract is provided which states what charges and expenses the client is responsible for, the amount of the retainer required, what services the investigator will provide, and the contract limits the investigator to an amount agreed upon which cannot be exceeded without the written permission of the client. Question: I have a personal problem which may require the services of a private investigator, but I am concerned about the confidentiality especially if I decide not to go forward with the investigation. Answer: The general business law requires private investigators to maintain confidentiality of all investigation. This applies to those individuals to decide not to go for
