Merchant disputes

Review a claimed liability shift

Ask the processor which liability rule applies to the actual payment and dispute reason.

Records to compare

  • Payment method and network
  • Authentication or card-entry record
  • Dispute category and notice
  • Processor assessment and requested response

Check the conclusion

Avoid using a general liability-shift statement as a reason to ignore a deadline. Confirm whether the case still requires action.

Prepare the response

Use the response guide to connect each statement to a record. Check the evidence and follow the deadline and submission requirements in the actual dispute.