This real post from an eBay community thread perfectly captures the fear, confusion, and frustration that small online sellers experience after being hit with a Schedule A Defendant™ trademark lawsuit.

The seller, based in Europe, received a legal threat from BIGFOOT 4x4, Inc. through the U.S. District Court in Illinois. Despite believing his product didn’t violate any trademarks, he was offered a $3,000 settlement to avoid further action. His PayPal account wasn’t frozen yet, but the fear of losing everything loomed large.

Instead of support, the replies he got from the eBay community were full of defeatist advice like:

• “You can’t prove you’re innocent without a license.”

• “Just pay the $3,000.”

• “Going to court will cost far more.”

What most sellers don’t realize is this:
🔴 These lawsuits often rely on fear, not facts.
🔴 Many sellers don’t fully understand their rights or the process.
🔴 You can learn how to respond confidently — and avoid costly mistakes.

Stories like this are exactly why Defend Yourself from Schedule A Lawsuits was written — to educate sellers about how these lawsuits work, what options exist, and how to take back control of their stores with knowledge instead of fear.

Scroll down to see screenshots from the original thread, complete with notes showing how fear-based tactics push sellers into settlements they might not actually owe — and how understanding the process can make all the difference.