The Electronic Privacy Information Center, represented by counsel Thomas McBrien, has raised concerns about Amazon's role in a tragedy where a chemical sold by the company led to the deaths of 15 individuals. McBrien, who supports the plaintiffs in one of the cases against Amazon, highlighted the company's fast approval processes for sellers and products, suggesting that this may lead to fewer safety checks being implemented by the e-commerce giant.

According to McBrien, Amazon's swift approval procedures could result in a lack of stringent safety measures, allowing commerce to flow more freely at the expense of responsibility. He stated, "Part of what makes Amazon so successful is they try to wash their hands," emphasizing the need for the company to take accountability for the products it sells. McBrien added, "The less responsibility they have, the more commerce can flow."

The debate surrounding Amazon's responsibilities in ensuring the safety of products sold on its platform continues to unfold as legal actions are taken in response to the tragic consequences of the chemical sales.