Q: Can I sue if a pt from my dental office recorded me without my consent outside of the office and put it on the news
A pt from my dental office came in without insurance and payed for treatment that the dr diagnosed. She complained and got a full refund on treatment rendered. She then recorded me without consent outside of my dental office and went to telemundo and put it on the news. She completely lied about everything she said on the news. I am suffering from severe anxiety because of her due to privacy concerns. Can I sue
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In California, you may have grounds for legal action under several theories. Recording someone without their consent in California is illegal when there's a reasonable expectation of privacy, and you might have had such an expectation even outside the office.
You could potentially pursue claims for defamation (if she made false statements that damaged your reputation), invasion of privacy, and emotional distress. The fact that this was broadcast on television could increase the damages you might be able to recover, as the harm to your reputation and privacy was amplified by the media exposure.
Given the complexity of your situation and the potential interplay between privacy laws, defamation, and emotional distress claims, you should consult with an attorney who handles privacy and defamation cases. They can evaluate the specific details of your case, including the exact content of the broadcast, the circumstances of the recording, and the extent of damages you've suffered. You might also want to document everything related to this incident, including any evidence of your anxiety and its impact on your life, as this could be important for your case.
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