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Susan T. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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February 22, 2024

Susan T.

Attorney
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Baltimore, md
21 Yrs Experience
Licensed in MD, PA
University of baltimore

General practitioner since 2005, general practice; civil disputes, torts.... logo Call us: (410) 878-7006 Menu Services All Maryland and Pennsylvania Legal Services Susan C. Trimble Attorney at Law WHAT WE ARE ABOUT Susan C. Trimble, is an established attorney in the Maryland area. Her work is infused with commitment to her community and family. is tailored to your wants and needs. Here you will find an approachable, personable and conscientious advocate. EDUCATION: Juris Doctorate (JD). University of Baltimore School of Law, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. 2006. Bachelor of Science (BS), English Literature. Towson University, 1989. Associate in Claims, (AIC) certification. Fraud Claims Law Associate, (FCLS) certification. Member of Maryland State and Pennsylvania Bar Associations.

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Leonid G. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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February 22, 2024

Leonid G.

Principal
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
8 Yrs Experience
Licensed in LA, MA, NY
New York University School of Law

I have been practicing law since 2018. I used to be a litigator at a nationwide practice before going in-house at a fintech company. I have experience drafting NDAs, SaaS contracts, service agreements, and stock purchase agreements.

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Bradford T. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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Bradford T.

Attorney
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Uniondale, New York
25 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NY
Regent University School of Law

I have been practicing law for almost 23 years.

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Matthew C. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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Matthew C.

Real Estate Attorney
Free Consultation
Delaware, Ohio
22 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH
Cleveland State University College of Law

Matt Curry is a seasoned attorney specializing in real estate law and contract matters. With a deep understanding of contract law and extensive experience in negotiating and drafting contracts, Matt has earned a reputation for providing exceptional legal counsel to clients. As the founder and principal attorney at MPC LAW, Matt is committed to delivering tailored legal solutions. MPC LAW is renowned for its expertise in real estate transactions, lease agreements, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution. Matt's approach combines legal acumen with a client-centered focus, ensuring that every client receives personalized attention and strategic advice. Whether navigating complex real estate deals or resolving contractual disputes, Matt and his team at MPC LAW consistently achieve favorable outcomes for their clients. With a track record of success and a commitment to excellence, Matt Curry and MPC LAW are trusted partners for individuals and businesses seeking reliable legal counsel in real estate and contract matters.

Jared F. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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March 4, 2024

Jared F.

Managing Attorney
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Salt Lake City, UT
22 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NV, UT
Harvard Law School

Jared Fields is an experienced business lawyer and litigator with experience in diverse industries and practice areas. Prior to launching his own practice, he served as the chief legal officer for a group of privately-owned companies, including a real estate development group, construction companies, multiple franchisees, and a professional soccer team. As a result, he is experienced in real estate transactions, commercial agreements of varying degrees of sophistication, employment matters, and litigation, as well as general business legal advice. He was also an in-house attorney for a renewable energy company, where he was responsible for litigation, investigations, enforcement actions, and related securities filing disclosures. Mr. Fields also spent many years as a litigator in private practice, representing clients in matters ranging from securities litigation, to breach of contract, to cases involving real estate and financial services. Mr. Fields has particular experience in legal matters that may involve complex financial, accounting, valuation, and other quantitative issues.

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John V. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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February 20, 2024

John V.

owner
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Veach Law PLLC
43 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NC, TN, TX
Georgetown Law School

Education: Georgetown Law (83), Yale (75- BA in Economics), Hotchkiss School (1970). Practice areas have included commercial litigation, individual litigation, and securities litigation and arbitration.

V. Yvette S. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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February 27, 2024

V. Yvette S.

Managing Attorney
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New York, NY
24 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NC, NY
Duke University School of Law

I am a highly skilled attorney, fluent in English and Spanish with 20 years of legal experience and 8 additional years of real estate, project finance, banking, financial, securities, and start-up company experience. I worked 6 years with 2 international law firms and handled extremely complex work for all types of clients, 3 years with a Federal Government Regulator, and 5 years in various compliance management positions at national and international financial institutions. I am licensed in New York and North Carolina. I will handle federal litigation on a non-contingency basis. I also practice Appellate Advocacy for constitutional, employment, consumer, and corporate laws. I am skilled in many different NY and NC laws. I have successfully represented clients with state and federal regulatory investigations. I can help you with the FDA, SEC, OCC, CFPB, FDIC, FR and certain state regulators.

Gisselle O. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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August 15, 2024

Gisselle O.

Attorney
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Miami, Florida
6 Yrs Experience
Licensed in FL
St. Thomas University

Family law attorney licensed in the State of Florida with 5+ years of experience in litigating family law matter including dissolutions of marriage and paternity/child custody cases. Drafting pleadings, including petitions, motions, and responses Preparing discovery requests and responses Organizing and maintain case files and pleadings Communicating with clients to provide case updates and gather information Conducting legal research and draft legal memoranda Attending court hearings, trials, depositions, mediation, etc. Preparing prenuptial and postnuptial agreement

Samuel S. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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March 6, 2024

Samuel S.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Cleveland
23 Yrs Experience
Licensed in OH
Cleveland Marshall College of Law

Born in Cleveland, Ohio - 9/15/1974 Lived in Cleveland all my life went to college at Ohio Wesleyan University - graduated in 1996 went to law school at Cleveland Marshall College of Law - graduated in 2001 passed the OH bar exam in 2003 worked at the OH Atty General's office, at cuyahoga county prosecutor office and as a solo practitioner

Faye C. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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May 31, 2024

Faye C.

Business & Trusts Attorney
Free Consultation
West Chester, PA
15 Yrs Experience
Licensed in NJ, PA
Villanova University School of Law

Practical, efficient and creative solutions for businesses and individuals has been my passion for over a decade. We work with individuals and families to plan their legacies. Estate planning is more than some pieces of paper - it is a gift to your family. From every changing tax laws to questions about probate vs non-probate property, I thrive on counseling others and providing peace of mind. The same mindset goes into working with solopreneurs, entrepreneurs and executives for variety of businesses, addressing their most pressing issues on any given day. From inception to contract drafting to succession planning, we thrive on working with those with lots of ideas to devise and implement strategies to bring those ideas to fruition, foreseeing and anticipating potential pitfalls as well as areas of potential growth.

Davy K. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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March 14, 2024

Davy K.

Founding Attorney
Free Consultation
Florida
5 Yrs Experience
Licensed in DC, FL
Nova Southeastern University

I am a Swiss-American lawyer based in Florida and specialize in business, investments, and other civil matters. I have won many cases in both state and federal litigation, and arbitration. Before litigation or arbitration, however, I like to prevent these legal disputes by ensuring my clients base their business on strong concrete contracts that will protect them even decades down the road. My clients are my top priority, which is why they get my personal cell and can reach me anytime. My firm is also established on the extremely high standards of professionalism, transparent itemized billing, fast turnaround times and more. For more information, visit: https://www.transnationalmatters.com/

Arohi K. - Ecommerce Store Lawyer in Delaware
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March 19, 2024

Arohi K.

Partner
Free Consultation
California, Delhi
7 Yrs Experience
Licensed in CA
University of Berkeley - School of Law

I am a Partner at Kashyap Partners (operating in California, New York and New Jersey), along with it's sister firm in India. I have been working as a technology, transactional and data privacy lawyer for 5 years with a specialisation in start-up law.

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Ecommerce Store Legal Questions and Answers

Ecommerce Store

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Illinois

Asked on Aug 29, 2025

Can I be held legally responsible for a fraudulent eCommerce transaction made on my website?

I recently launched an eCommerce website where users can purchase products from various sellers. However, I am concerned about the possibility of fraudulent transactions being made on the platform. While I have implemented security measures, I want to know if I can be held legally responsible in case a user makes a fraudulent purchase and the seller suffers financial loss as a result.

Randy M.

Answered Aug 31, 2025

Many people think that just running an eCommerce platform means they're not on the hook for what other people do. Turns out, it’s not that simple. You may be held legally responsible if your actions (or omissions) contributed to the fraud or failed to prevent it when a duty existed. It really comes down to how involved you are in the actual buying and selling. The more control you have over payments, product listings, prices, inventory, or customer service, the more you start looking like a real seller in the eyes of the law. And when that happens, your liability goes up fast. It’s one thing to be a neutral space for people to connect, like a digital classifieds board. But if you’re handling the money, writing product descriptions, and managing returns, courts might decide you’re not just a platform. You’re a participant. And then there’s the INFORM Consumers Act (15 U.S.C. § 45f). If your site hosts a lot of high-volume sellers (meaning 200 or more transactions a year totaling $5,000 or more), you’ve got to verify their identities. That includes bank account details, tax ID numbers, and contact info. Plus, you have to give buyers a way to report sketchy behavior. If you skip these steps, the FTC can fine you over $53,000 for each violation. That adds up fast. And if a seller ignores your request for info for more than 10 days, you’re legally required to suspend their account until they comply. Now let’s talk chargebacks. When someone uses a stolen credit card on your site, you’re usually the one who takes the hit. In most card-not-present transactions, merchant (not banks) absorb fraud-related chargebacks. That’s just the industry standard. So having a strong fraud prevention system isn’t just good business. It’s survival. Courts also look at how responsible you are with security. Are you using encryption? Are your payment processors secure? Do you have systems that flag weird activity? If you don’t, and someone gets hurt, you could be on the hook for negligence. Intent isn’t required for negligence, but it is for fraud. Courts will look at reasonableness, not intent. If a buyer or seller loses money on your site because you ignored obvious warning signs, they might come after you. And don’t assume Section 230 (47 U.S.C. § 230) will protect you. That law gives platforms some cover when they’re hosting third-party content, but it doesn’t apply across the board. It won’t shield you from your own conduct, criminal liability, IP violations, or anything involving data privacy. And if you’re too involved in the sales process, that protection can disappear altogether. Then there's PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance. If you’re processing credit cards directly, you’re expected to meet a long list of security standards. That includes how you store payment data, how you secure your systems, and how often you monitor them. The more volume you do, the higher the expectations. And if you don’t meet them, the consequences can be serious. So what’s the smarter route? Use a third-party payment processor like Stripe or PayPal. They take care of PCI compliance and usually absorb the chargeback risk. You should also set up your business as an LLC or corporation to limit personal exposure. Your terms of service should clearly explain your platform’s responsibilities, disclaim liability for seller fraud, and outline a dispute process. Make sure you properly vet sellers (especially the high-volume ones) and use fraud detection tools from day one. Also, make it easy for users to report suspicious activity, and act quickly when they do. The faster you respond, the less likely it is that someone will accuse you of doing nothing. Keep in mind that laws vary from state to state, and they get even more complicated when you’re dealing with international buyers or sellers. You might be fully compliant under federal law and still run into issues under state or foreign regulations. As your platform grows, your legal obligations grow right alongside it. Bottom line? You can reduce your risk, but you can’t erase it. The best thing you can do is build smart systems, stay compliant, and get legal guidance early. Talk to an attorney who understands eCommerce before you launch. That consultation will cost you a lot less than fixing a legal mess later.

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