What can be done regarding the unauthorized use of my name and image?

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What can be done regarding the unauthorized use of my name and image?

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Asked on January 18, 2017 under Personal Injury, Ohio

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S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

You can sue the company and the individuals who had any role in this matter for invasion of privacy.
Invasion of privacy is the appropriation of one's name or likeness for commercial purposes without consent.
You would file one lawsuit naming the company and the parties who had any role in this matter as defendants.


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