Frame-Wilson et al v. Amazon.com Inc, No. 2:2020cv00424 - Document 123 (W.D. Wash. 2023)

Court Description: ORDER granting Parties' 118 Stipulated MOTION and [Proposed] Order Regarding Discovery. Signed by Judge Ricardo S. Martinez.(MJV)

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