Q: Can I take legal action for unauthorized use of my photo by a doctor in Nevada?
After discovering that my doctor posted an identifiable photo of me online with medical equipment used on my head during and after surgery, I have experienced mental distress and depression. The photo is being used without my consent to sell the equipment. Seeing this image has been a setback for my mental health, stemming from the surgery related to a fatal car accident that claimed the life of my daughter. I have since begun seeing a counselor. Given these circumstances, what legal actions can I take to have my image removed, address this unauthorized use of my likeness, and potentially seek compensation for the sales of the equipment? Additionally, would it be possible to settle this matter out of court through a letter of demand?
A:
While not a clear-cut case, there is a lawsuit potential.
Settlement is possible but the case needs to be approached in the proper way.
Consult with experienced Nevada attorneys.
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