Venmo/Zelle Payment Dispute — eBay siding with buyer on false claim

I've been trying to resolve this on my own but I'm stuck.

eBay siding with buyer on false claim. I've been dealing with this for about 8 months now and the situation isn't improving.

The amount being held/disputed is approximately $35,436. I have tried contacting customer support 3 times with no resolution.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

Licensed attorney — a few thoughts. Here's my take on the legal issues.

There are several legal theories that could apply here. The strongest is probably state consumer protection laws, which requires showing unfair or deceptive.

You should consult with a local attorney who handles these cases. Many offer free initial consultations.

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.