Last December, Congress passed a new consumer protection law, the INFORM Consumers Act, with strong bipartisan support. The new law, which took effect on June 27, imposes brand-new obligations on “online marketplaces”: platforms like Amazon and eBay where third-party sellers (ranging from large companies to individuals operating out of their homes) market their products to consumers. In this MediaPost article, John Villafranco outline the new law and analyze its potential impact on online marketplaces.

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The INFORM Consumers Act - Brand New Rules For Online Marketplaces And Sellers