# Families of the deceased

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## Timeline

- **2026-05-01**: Discovery Phase — Expected start of the discovery phase where internal Amazon communications will be reviewed.
- **2026-02-25**: Court Ruling — Washington court rejects Amazon's motion, allowing the liability claims to proceed.
- **2024-08-10**: Motion to Dismiss — Amazon files a motion to dismiss, citing Section 230 immunity and lack of duty of care.
- **2024-01-15**: Lawsuit Filed — Families of suicide victims file a product liability lawsuit against Amazon in Washington state.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Washington Court Allows Amazon Suicide Liability Lawsuit to Proceed
2026-02-25 17:44:26 · Sentiment: Negative · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

A Washington state court has ruled that a lawsuit holding Amazon liable for the sale of toxic chemicals used in suicides can move forward, rejecting the company's motion to dismiss. The decision marks a pivotal moment in the legal debate over e-commerce platform responsibility for third-party product safety and consumer protection.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/washington-court-amazon-suicide-liability-lawsuit

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