Norristown Peeping Tom Could Face Civil Penalties Too
In Norristown, Pennsylvania, a landlord has accepted responsibility for spying on his tenants. Thomas Daley was arraigned this morning on hundreds of offenses which include the uses of hidden video cameras to view and film intimate footage of his tenants. It has been reported that Daley has admitted on spying on his tenants for 20 years. It is believed he has installed hidden cameras in bedrooms, bathrooms, and living rooms of the 12 apartments he owned in three Norristown buildings.
Clearly, the prosecutors will seek serious jail time for this lunatic. However, as a Personal Injury Lawyer, I look at how these victims can recover against Daley in a civil way. The only civil recourse under our laws is a claim for monetary damages. Many times victims of crimes do not file civil claims associated with their loss. However, these victims should. It appears Daley owns at least twelve apartments in three buildings. Maybe they are paid off - it looks like he may have equity in them for at least 20 years. Maybe this man has assets in other places.
Victims of criminal activity should always contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to explore their civil options. Personal injury is not always an injury to the body. However, in this case, knowing you have been watched and filmed can certainly cause emotional injuries.
