Schedule of Rates
Schedule of Rates in PDF format
Jerry L. Purswell, Ph.D., P.E.: $325/hour
This rate applies for consultation, travel, investigation, analysis, giving depositions, and court testimony, except as follows:
- When the total professional time plus travel time exceeds 8 hours a day, then the travel time will be billed at a reduced rate of $195/hour. Total time is calculated on a portal-to-portal basis.
- When a deposition is scheduled away from the Colorado Springs area, then a surcharge is of $25/hour will be added to the rates shown above.
J. P. Purswell, Ph.D., P.E., CPE: $250/hour
This rate applies for consultation, travel, investigation, analysis, giving depositions, and court testimony, except as follows:
- When the total professional time
plus travel time exceeds 8 hours a day, then the travel time will be billed at a reduced rate of $85/hour for travel time in excess of 8 hours. Total time is calculated on a portal-to-portal basis.
Senior Research Assistant/ Graphics Designer: $25/hour
Expenses
All expenses will be billed at actual cost, including air fare, lodging, auto rental and food. Mileage for travel beyond the Colorado Springs area will be billed at the current mileage rate specified by the IRS when a personal vehicle is used. Coach airfare plus the cost of an upgrade will be billed if available. If not available, first class airfare will be billed.
Photo or video documentation for consultant use is included in the professional rates. All other documentation, reproductions, exhibits, etc. will be billed at actual cost.
Firm, fixed price contract pricing will be quoted on request for research studies in lieu of the above rate schedule.
Finance Charge Information
A 1.0% finance charge per month will be assessed on any unpaid balances over 30 days.
Note regarding pre-payment requirements
for third-parties
We do not routinely require the receipt of a retainer prior to commencing work. However, if a client has an agreement with a third party (such as an opposing counsel) to pay all or a portion of the expenses, a retainer of $2000.00 must be received at our office at least a week prior to the date requested. If travel to a location outside of Colorado is required, an additional $2000.00 must be received at our office at least one week prior to the anticipated travel date. Any unused retainer funds will be refunded at the conclusion of the matter.
If no advance retainer is received, the client assumes responsibility for all charges.