Washington Invasion of privacy lawyer
Understanding Your Privacy Claim
In Washington, an
invasion of privacy lawyer Washington clients trust looks first at how your privacy was violated and what the law recognizes. Intrusion upon seclusion, public disclosure of private facts, false light, and appropriation of name or likeness each protect different aspects of personal autonomy. Common situations in Tacoma and Pierce County include unauthorized access to private medical or financial records, posting intimate images without consent, hidden recording inside a home in North End or Proctor, or using a person’s photo for advertising around Point Ruston without permission. Nigel Malden Law explains the elements, preserves evidence, and outlines a plan that fits your goals.
Washington Privacy Laws & Your Rights
Washington recognizes long-standing privacy torts that allow you to pursue accountability when someone seriously crosses the line. An intrusion claim focuses on offensive, intentional prying into private affairs, while a public disclosure of private facts claim involves sharing highly sensitive information that isn’t of legitimate public concern. A false light claim addresses misleading portrayals that would be highly offensive, and appropriation protects your name, voice, or image from commercial use without consent. From Old Town to South Tacoma and University Place, Nigel Malden Law helps clients understand eligibility, timelines, likely defenses, and what remedies courts in Pierce County and nearby King and Thurston counties typically award.
How Our Firm Builds Your Case
Nigel Malden Law starts with a focused investigation: interviewing witnesses, gathering screenshots and metadata, and sending preservation and takedown letters when online content is involved. Where needed, we request court orders to stop continued disclosure, then file suit to recover damages for emotional distress, out-of-pocket losses, and any unjust profits from misusing a person’s likeness. If the conduct overlaps with reputational harm, we discuss how defamation in Washington differs from privacy torts and whether both claims should be pursued together for a stronger result.
Protect Your Privacy Today
Privacy harms feel personal because they are. If you are in Tacoma, Olympia, Seattle, or anywhere in Washington State, Nigel Malden Law will explain next steps in plain language and move fast to reduce further exposure. For directions to our downtown Tacoma office near Court A and the Port of Tacoma, or to discuss a remote consultation, reach out and contact us to get started.