Invasion of Privacy / Unlawful Use of Photographs and Likeness

Whether an offense consists of eavesdropping on a confidential communication, exploiting your name, voice, or likeness without permission, or a physical intrusion into your private affairs, Sherman & Nathanson’s lawyers will expertly pursue your case.

Though definitions of “invasion of privacy” have changed over time, California courts recognize at least four causes of action for invasion of privacy:

• Intrusion upon seclusion of another
• Appropriation of the name and likeness of another
• Public disclosure of private facts
• Publicity that places another in a “false light”

California laws are designed to protect your privacy, including restricting nonconsensual recordings of confidential communications, wiretapping, intercepting cellular telephone conversations, eavesdropping, and videotaping. Other laws restrict access to your private medical information, or forbid the use of pre-employment questionnaires to invade your privacy by seeking confidential information regarding your medical or psychological history, family status, disabilities, addictions, worker’s compensation history, or pregnancy.

If you believe that your privacy rights have been violated, schedule an initial consultation with Sherman & Nathanson. Our Beverly Hills attorneys are available by phone, fax, and e-mail.