Forwarded
accounts - On accounts forwarded to counsel or
forwarding agency, the rate is 30% of the amount
recovered for B2B claims, 40% for international accounts
or non-B2B claims. Suit
- Where suit is filed, the rate is 40% for
commercial accounts, 50% for international accounts or
non-B2B claims. This includes suit fees. However, some
attorneys may request a non-contingent suit fee in
advance, usually not to exceed 5%. This will be credited
to the collection fee upon recovery.
Court Costs - Client advances court costs, which vary
by jurisdiction. Suit is never initiated without clients
written authorization.
Merchandise
Return - Acceptance of return of
merchandise for credit shall be charged at 1/2
the published rate.
Withdrawal
- Withdrawal of claim by client, pending
collection, is billed at the published rate.
Discovery
of Payment - Accounts paid prior to placement
shall be billed at 1/2 the published rate.
Expenses
- Reasonable expenses, such as bank fees,
credit card processing fees or express delivery fees
are charged to client at actual cost.
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