Suing For Privacy Breach

Summary

Intrusion upon seclusion is a recognized privacy tort in Ontario. Plaintiffs can sue if their privacy is intentionally invaded. Municipalities and employees may be liable if the leak was intentional and caused harm. Legal advice from an Ontario lawyer is recommended for specific guidance.

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In Ontario, can a plaintiff sue a municipality and a municipal employee for intrusion upon seclusion, if the municipal employee intentionally leaked a complainant’s personal information. The leak was to the complainants employer, which resulted in discipline, and two employees of two different municipalities.
Hey ****! Intrusion upon seclusion is recognized in Ontario as a privacy tort. Here's some general information:
- A plaintiff may sue for intrusion upon seclusion if their privacy was intentionally invaded.
- The municipality and its employees could potentially be liable if the leak was intentional and caused harm.
- Legal advice from an Ontario lawyer would be beneficial for specific guidance.
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