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Create a Private Complaint

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Document Your Complaint — Privately and Professionally
 

When something goes wrong, the most important first step is documentation.

The Private Complaints tool helps you privately record, organize, and track a complaint so you’re prepared if the issue escalates.

No public posting.
No shaming.
Just clear, organized records.

What Is a Private Complaint?
 

A private complaint is a written record of a dispute or issue you’re experiencing, kept for your own use.

This may include:

  • What happened

  • Who was involved

  • When it began

  • What you’ve done so far

  • Any supporting documents

Many legal and dispute-resolution processes rely heavily on clear documentation.

Common Uses
 

People use private complaints for issues involving:

  • Consumer or business disputes

  • Workplace problems

  • Landlord and tenant issues

  • Neighbor or property disputes

  • Services not performed or paid

  • Contract or payment disagreements

If you need to explain what happened later, having everything written down helps.

Why Document a Complaint Early?
 

Keeping a private complaint record can help you:

✔ Stay organized
✔ Remember timelines accurately
✔ Create a paper trail
✔ Prepare for escalation if needed
✔ Save time if you speak with an attorney

Even if the issue resolves, documentation protects you.

How It Works

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  1. You enter your complaint details using a secure form

  2. Your information is stored privately

  3. You can update or reference it later

  4. If needed, you can take the next step — calmly and prepared

This tool is designed to support clarity, not conflict.

What This Tool Is — and Is Not
 

✔ This tool is

  • A private documentation system

  • A way to organize dispute details

  • A preparation step for escalation
     

❌ This tool is not

  • A public complaint board

  • A review site

  • A legal advice service

Your information is not publicly posted.

Next Steps (If Needed)
 

Once your complaint is documented, you may choose to:

  • Create a formal complaint letter

  • Send a demand letter

  • Explore small claims court

  • Connect with an attorney

You decide if and when to escalate.

Document your complaint

Complaint Category

Type of issue

Business or Person You’re Filing Against

Brief Description of What Happened

When did the issue begin?
Month
Day
Year
Amount Involved (If Any)

Approximate Amount Involved

Have You Sent a Written Complaint Already?
Yes
No
Have you received a response?
Yes
No

Upload Documents (Optional)

Examples:

  • receipts

  • emails

  • photos

  • contracts

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