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The Economic Times
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Amazon reinstates binding arbitration, bars class-action lawsuits

Amazon on Friday reinstated binding ​arbitration for its U.S. customers while also barring them from ​seeking class-action lawsuits, making it more difficult for users to address grievances in court.

In emails on Friday, Amazon said the changes are effective immediately and customers ‌agree to the ⁠terms ⁠by continuing to use the company's services. Often, companies alert customers to upcoming changes to ​their terms of service weeks in advance.

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