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Business · 16 August 2026

Amazon changes terms to stop customers suing in groups

Amazon changes terms to stop customers suing in groups

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Amazon has updated its terms and conditions, meaning customers must now resolve disputes through arbitration instead of court. The change also includes a class action waiver, preventing users from joining group lawsuits against the company. Amazon says arbitration is a "fast and efficient" way to sort out problems, but it stops customers from involving a judge or jury in most cases.

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