Amazon Faces Class Action Under Washington's Health Data Law

Amazon is facing a potential class-action lawsuit in Seattle under Washington's My Health My Data Act, which aims to protect consumer health data privacy. The lawsuit alleges that Amazon's advertising network harvested consumer data from various apps without consent, including sensitive location information used for targeted advertising. This law, passed in 2023, was motivated by the need to safeguard personal health data following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. It allows individuals to file lawsuits against companies that violate these privacy protections. The case marks the first legal challenge under this new legislation, which has inspired similar laws in other states. Legal experts suggest that this lawsuit could set a precedent for future claims regarding consumer health data and advertising practices.