Dispute
Glossary
A dispute is a formal objection raised by the debtor against a claim, in which they contest the existence of the debt, the amount owed, or the delivery of the goods or services. A founded dispute can impact the recovery process—for example, in B2C cases, a founded contestation requires immediate closure of the file.
Updated: 26/02/2026
The definitions presented in this section reflect the Belgian context, unless stated otherwise. The texts are intended to summarise the concepts in everyday language and should not be regarded as exhaustive or definitive. Suggestions or adjustments may always be sent to glossary@tcm.be.
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