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Court: Walmart doesn't owe 3rd party's online sales taxes

Wednesday's decision comes in a case involving a New Orleans suburb. But an attorney involved in the case says it's being watched around the country.
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NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana's Supreme Court says Walmart isn't responsible for paying sales taxes for items sold through its online “marketplace” for third-party sellers.

Wednesday's decision comes in a case involving a New Orleans suburb. But an attorney involved in the case says it's being watched around the country. 

The 4-3 decision says Walmart.com did not assume the tax obligation for independent retailers using the Walmart.com online marketplace. 

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