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Suspended Amazon Account, Reinstated.

By Aryan Amid
Suspended Amazon Account, Reinstated.

An Amazon account suspended for being ‘related’ to another blocked or fraudulent account generally requires a tailored plan of action that addresses Amazon’s specific concerns and explains the account’s independence and compliance history.

A client contacted us on 12/11/2018 after receiving notice from Amazon that their Amazon account was suspended for being related to a fraudulent or blocked account.

This seller relied on their small home based Amazon business to pay their bills, was distraught at the thought that they would be banned from Amazon, and despite calling Amazon and trying to figure out what to do, sought professional help.

We look and evaluate each case on an individual basis, reviewing its own merits, and draft a unique plan of action which addresses the complaints and we passionately advocate for our clients prompt reinstatement.

After reviewing the clients matter, LA Law Group took the case and we acted quickly to review the sellers account, sales history, metrics, complaints, and all related matters to their account and relative suspension.  Our lead attorney, Aryan Amid, drafted a plan of action for our client on 12/12/2018.  The account was reinstated on 12/12/2018 and our client is happily back in business.

We evaluate all types of Amazon matters and issues, from litigation and intellectual property matters, to issues directly with Amazon and account suspension.  As the only law firm built by veteran e-commerce and Amazon sellers, we apply both practical and legal strategy to obtain an ideal outcome for our clients.  In this case, our client was reinstated within 1 day and back in business.

Frequently asked

What does it mean if Amazon says my account is 'related' to a suspended account?

Amazon's algorithms or investigators believe your account shares identifying information, such as an address, device, or payment method, with another account that was blocked or flagged for fraud, and you typically need to demonstrate the accounts are legitimately separate.

How long does Amazon account reinstatement usually take?

Reinstatement timelines vary widely depending on the complexity of the suspension and the quality of the plan of action submitted, and there is no set timeframe or guaranteed outcome for any particular case.

Can I handle an Amazon suspension appeal myself, or do I need a lawyer?

Many sellers attempt to appeal on their own by contacting Amazon directly, but some find it useful to seek professional guidance when the situation is unclear or previous appeals have been unsuccessful.

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