06/04/2026
Courts are increasingly rejecting Amazon’s defense that it is merely a marketplace, holding the e-commerce giant liable as a distributor for dangerous or defective products sold by third parties. If you have been harmed by a defective item purchased online, documenting the evidence and consulting a product liability attorney can help you successfully pursue compensation under these evolving laws.
Recent dangerous and defective product lawsuits against Amazon show the e-commerce company has a bigger role than just connecting buyers to sellers, and they may be held liable for injuries.