What can I do if I found out today that my husband’s father has been videotaping myself and my 2 year old daughter on my private property?
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What can I do if I found out today that my husband’s father has been videotaping myself and my 2 year old daughter on my private property?
I never consented or knew about this activity. My husband and I are going through a divorce and are currently separated and not living in the same home. I have temporary sole custody and my husband gets supervised visitations due to his domestic abuse against me. Can I sue, or reprimand in some way, my father-in-law. I no longer trust that entire family nor do I feel comfortable with my daughter being around them.
Asked on October 30, 2015 under Personal Injury, Missouri
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You can sue your father-in-law for invasion of privacy for videotaping you and your daughter on your private property as this constitutes an intrusion upon your right to be alone in an area where you have an expectation of privacy and solitude.
Your damages (monetary compensation you are seeking in your lawsuit) for invasion of privacy include mental distress, and if applicable, physical illness. You can also seek punitive damages. which are a substantial amount if a wrongful motive on the part of your father-in-law can be shown.
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