Feeling Like You've Been Scammed?

Do you guarantee results?

A: If you’re asking, “Will they settle and pay me back?”—no, we can’t guarantee that; however, they just may.

In my own case, I received a settlement offer within five minutes of sharing my first report with the people involved and giving them a chance to respond.

What I can promise is that, if your story is backed by solid proof and passes our review, we’ll publish a careful, evidence-backed public report designed to be visible online and to help protect anyone thinking of hiring them.

Who can I write about?

A: Anyone unaccountable—individuals or companies—who’ve wronged you financially, and for which you have evidence.

What kind of evidence do I need?

• Contracts or estimates
• Invoices, receipts, or payment confirmations
• Emails, texts, or messages with the contractor
• Credit card or bank statements, canceled checks, or Zelle/Venmo records
• Photos or videos of the work and damage
• Court filings or inspection reports (if you have them)

You don’t need all of these. Even a few strong pieces can be enough. When you submit your materials, we’ll review what you’ve provided, look at the strength of the evidence, and let you know if it’s solid or if you may need more.

Without credible evidence, we can’t publish a report—truth needs a backbone, and our job is to help you build it.

Can I stay anonymous?

A: Yes—you can use your full name, initials, or “Victim A” (verified by us). We’ll confirm your identity and evidence privately, but what goes public is your choice. The facts matter, not your byline.

How long does it take to publish my story?

• Same day: You submit your story and upload your evidence.
• Within minutes, we review it against our publishing standards.
• As soon as you approve, If everything looks solid, you review and sign off on your draft report. Nothing moves forward without your approval.
• If story or evidence needs work: We’ll tell you what’s missing or weak and give you a chance to improve it. How long that part takes depends on how quickly you can gather and upload better proof. There is no additional charge for corrections.
• Within 10–14 days after approval: We notify the person or company you’re reporting and give them a 10–14 day response window.
• After that window: Your report goes live.

In short: if your evidence is strong and you move quickly, your report can be approved and queued for publishing very fast—the main built-in delay is the fair response window we give the other side.

Do I have to file with FTC, IC3, your state's Attorney General, and BBB first?

Is my complaint safe to publish? What if they threaten to sue me?
A: Technically, people can be sued over almost any online complaint — even a Google review, Facebook post, Yelp review, or Reddit thread. It’s not common, but it can happen, and no one can promise you’ll never be sued. 

What DisputeVoice does is make your report as defensible as possible:

• We focus on verifiable facts — dates, amounts, contracts, screenshots, and what was promised vs. what actually happened.
• We scrub reckless language and avoid legal labels like “fraud” or “scam” unless a court has already used them.We offer the other side a clear right-of-reply, which generally looks more fair than a one-sided rant.Most serious defamation cases are expensive, and in many situations lawyers know that going after a truthful, well-documented consumer report — especially over mid-range dollar losses — can be difficult to win and may not be worth the risk.
• In some states, there are also anti-SLAPP laws that can protect people who speak out on matters of public concern and, in some cases, allow them to recover fees if they’re targeted with a bullying lawsuit. Exact protections and risks vary by state, so if you’re especially worried about legal exposure, you should talk with a qualified attorney.
• Our role is to help you tell the truth carefully, backed by evidence — because a well-documented, factual report is your best protection.If you drop this straight into the FAQ, you’re in a good spot: honest, not fear-mongering, and still reassuring.

My incident happened a few years ago; can I still tell my story?

A: Yes, you can. One year ago, five or ten years ago. It is never too late to tell your story as long as you have their current contact information and verifiable proof. You can write it.

What does this cost?

A: No big fees—just your time to gather proof and tell your story. Most Contractor dispute complaint reports cost between $19.95 and $89.95, depending on the size of your loss.

With AI-assist technology, we're trying to keep costs very low to help more people. It’s about your voice, protecting the next person, and accountability.

How might they respond?
A: There are a few different ways a contractor (or company) might respond, and we handle each one differently:

• 1. They share their side with evidence
  If they send a calm response with dates, documents, photos, or other proof, we review it for basic fit (no threats, hate, or obvious nonsense) and then publish it next to your report, clearly labeled as their response. Readers can see both versions side by side.
• 2. They send a hostile or vicious reply
  If the reply is mostly anger, name-calling, or threats, we don’t just paste it in as-is. We either:
  • decline to publish it, or
  • work with a toned-down version that sticks to facts, not abuse.
    The goal is to keep the page focused on evidence, not a shouting match.
• 3. They offer to repair or settle
  If they offer to refund, repair, or otherwise make things right, that’s between you and them — we don’t negotiate or handle money.
  If something meaningful changes (refund issued, work completed, a court judgment, etc.), we can add an update to your report so the public record reflects what actually happened over time.
• 4. They send a cease-and-desist or lawyer letter
  If we receive a legal demand, we review it carefully.
  • If it points out genuine factual errors or legitimate legal concerns, we’ll correct or clarify your report so it remains accurate and defensible.
  • If it’s simply an attempt to intimidate or silence a truthful, well-documented report, we will normally stand by the report and respond respectfully.
    We can’t give you personal legal advice, so if you’re worried about your own risk, you should speak with a qualified attorney.

Can I see other dispute stories?

A: Yes—as we get them. You can see our sample dispute story here, and as we get more, they too will be posted.