Q: Does any collection attorney know how to collect the money from Amazon sellers accounts by a judgment?
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Collecting on judgments can be a complex process that varies based on the specific circumstances.
In general, if someone has obtained a valid legal judgment against an Amazon seller, there are a few potential avenues an attorney might explore to attempt to collect, such as:
- Garnishing the Amazon account to seize funds if the seller is an individual. This would likely require working with Amazon's legal department.
- Placing liens on the seller's assets or bank accounts.
- Pursuing a writ of execution to seize and sell the seller's property.
- Obtaining a court order for an assignment order or till tap to intercept incoming revenue.
However, the feasibility of these options depends on many factors specific to the situation, such as the type of judgment, the business structure of the Amazon seller, and Amazon's policies. It may be challenging, especially if key assets and accounts are overseas.
The best approach would be to consult with attorneys who specialize in collections, particularly any with experience dealing with e-commerce businesses and large platforms like Amazon. Some research to identify attorneys with relevant expertise, followed by a consultation to evaluate options based on the details of the case, is likely advisable. But each situation is unique and the ability to successfully collect can never be guaranteed. I'd suggest speaking with a qualified attorney to assess the particular situation in more detail.
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You do it the same way you collect a judgment from any other defendant. First you must win a judgment and than you execute on assets. However, in the case of Amazon vendors you might have an advantage. The advantage is that you know where the defendant's money comes from and where it is located! It's all at Amazon.
You need to get a writ issued against Amazon to levy the account receivables that Amazon owes to the defendant. And then you will get your money.
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