Background

• Stephanie Difederico filed a proposed class action against Amazon, alleging price-fixing agreements with third-party sellers, violating the Competition Act. She sought damages under the Act.

Legal Proceedings

• Amazon moved to stay the proceedings, citing an arbitration agreement in its Conditions of Use.
• The Federal Court granted the stay, directing the matter to arbitration.
• Difederico appealed, arguing her claims were not commercial and thus outside the arbitration agreement's scope.

Court's Decision

• The Court found the arbitration agreement valid and applicable.
• It held that Difederico's relationship with Amazon and her claims had a commercial foundation.
• The appeal was dismissed, upholding the arbitration agreement and the stay of proceedings.