Is it legal for my ex-employer to still use my work email address and name when communicating with customers even though I was terminated 2 weeks ago?
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Is it legal for my ex-employer to still use my work email address and name when communicating with customers even though I was terminated 2 weeks ago?
They are giving customers the impression that I am still there and have not informed them otherwise.
Asked on October 24, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You can sue your former employer for invasion of privacy. One type of invasion of privacy is the appropriation of your name or likeness for commercial purposes without your consent.
Your damages (the amount of compensation you are seeking in your lawsuit for invasion of privacy) would include mental distress, harm to your social or business interests, and if applicable, physical illness. Punitive damages ( a substantial amount) may be awarded if a wrongful motive on the part of your former employer can be proven.
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