Ebay Seller Liability Issue

Summary

In Washington, sellers are generally not responsible for packages stolen after delivery. However, eBays policies may differ, potentially holding sellers liable. Options include consulting a consumer protection attorney, filing a claim with USPS, and contacting eBays Resolution Center with proof of shipment.

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Ebay held me responsible for an item yhag wlas stolen from the buyers mailbox and took my money to give him a refund . The buyer chose shipping without tracking. I provided the buyer wigh a photo of the package and a receipt from post office confirming shipping a.nd
Hello ****, could you please provide me with your location so I can provide more specific legal information?
Washington, hoodsport
Hello ****, in Washington State, sellers are usually not responsible for lost or stolen packages once they've been shipped. However:
- eBay's policies may differ
- USPS may offer limited liability
- Court decisions may vary
Can I help with anything else?
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Hello ****, I understand your frustration. You may consider:
- Filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau
- Seeking legal advice about a small claims lawsuit
- Contacting a local consumer protection agency for guidance.
Their policies are ridiculous and it does not look into the individual cases and makd sensibke decisions. The item was stolen how am i responsible for that . Thats my problem no court i ghe land
I understand your frustration, ****. While eBay's policies may seem unfair, they are binding. You may want to consider:
- Contacting eBay's customer service for a resolution
- Filing a claim with the post office
- Seeking legal advice on your contractual obligations with eBay.
Oywould find me lisble
Hello ****, based on your location in Washington, Hoodsport, and your situation with eBay, it may be beneficial to consult a lawyer to review the specifics of your case. Here are some options you may want to consider:
- Filing a claim with USPS
- Contacting eBay's Resolution Center
- Consulting with a local consumer protection attorney.
Ebay offers the shipoing choices they are not mandatory
Hello ****, while you're correct that eBay offers shipping choices which aren't mandatory, it may still hold you responsible based on their policies. As such, it's important to:
- Understand eBay’s seller protection policy
- Consult with a lawyer about your rights
- Possibly revise shipping procedures in the future to avoid similar situations.
For an item that was shipped i hve the receipt . It was stolen from the buyers nailbox , how us that faukt
Hello ****, it's not typically a seller's fault if an item is stolen after delivery. However, eBay's policies may differ. In Washington, you may want to consider:
- Filing a police report for the theft
- Presenting your receipt and shipment proof to eBay
- Consulting with a consumer rights attorney for guidance.
Itit epwasnt stolen from me or by me . Thats the isdue but i gphad topY for it . Ebay never takes responsibility for anything they do wromg yhey pawn it off on soomeome else well im not going to be that perso n
Hello ****, your frustration is understandable. Due to your location in Hoodsport, Washington, consider these steps:
- Consulting a consumer protection attorney.
- Filing a claim with USPS.
- Contacting eBay's Resolution Center with your proof of shipment and receipt.
How would the post office be responsible
Hello ****, the post office may be held responsible under certain circumstances, such as:
- If they failed to deliver the item securely
- If they lost the item during transit
However, proof will be required. Consulting a local attorney can provide you with more specific guidance.
Yhey delivered it
Hello ****, if the Post Office delivered the item successfully and it was stolen thereafter, the responsibility usually falls on the buyer. However, eBay's policies may differ. At this point:
- Consult with a consumer protection attorney.
- Provide eBay with evidence of delivery.
- Seek advice from eBay's Resolution Center.
I privided proof it was shipped thats all my responsibility.
Hello ****, you're correct that generally shipping proof is all a seller needs. However, eBay's policies may vary. Your options in Washington, Hoodsport, might include:
- Consulting with a consumer rights attorney
- Filing a complaint with a consumer protection agency
- Contacting eBay's Resolution Center with your shipment proof.
Im getting upset , do you not see what imsaying they stole my money brcause someone stole the item from a mailbox * miles away
I understand your frustration, ****. It's important to note that:
- If the item was stolen post-delivery, the buyer usually bears responsibility.
- eBay policies might differ, so consult a consumer protection attorney.
- Continue the dialog with eBay's Resolution Center highlighting your proof of shipment.
I did provide proof to ebay and nevermind this is about as pointlees as talking to ebay .
I'm sorry to hear about your frustration, ****. Given the situation, it may be most beneficial to:
- Consult with a consumer rights attorney
- Consider filing a complaint with your local consumer protection agency
- Continue dialogue with eBay, emphasizing your proof of shipment.
Thankx
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions in the future or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to ask.