We are all familiar with the webs woven by companies to avoid liability. Major online retailers are no exception to this game, using a network of subsidiaries, contractors, and third-party partners to insulate themselves. As plaintiff’s lawyers, there are several steps we can take in cases involving these online retailers to maximize our clients' potential recovery.
Identify the (Likely Many) Defendants
Many major online retailers use a business model which purposely includes a wide range of entities, from the core e-commerce platform to various subsidiaries, contractors, and third-party service providers. It is critical to identify all involved parties early on in your investigation to ensure that evidence held by any partv that may be involved can be preserved, and to make sure that all possible lines of coverage can be tapped.
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