In a shocking case that raises serious concerns about privacy and personal security, an individual has filed a lawsuit against another person for allegedly invading their privacy through the use of electronic tracking devices. Dominique Chan filed the complaint in the Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco, on October 9, 2024, accusing Patrick Kwun-Lun Lo of multiple counts of invasion of privacy.
The complaint details a series of alleged violations by Patrick Kwun-Lun Lo and unnamed defendants referred to as DOES 1 through 50. According to Chan, on or around July 14, 2024, Lo and his associates secretly installed an Apple AirTag under the bumper of Chan's car while it was parked near her home in San Francisco. This act was done without Chan's consent and was intended to track her movements. The lawsuit claims that this unauthorized surveillance led to the disclosure of private information regarding Chan's whereabouts and interactions with others.
Chan accuses Lo and the other defendants of several legal violations, including physical intrusion into private affairs, public disclosure of private facts, intentional infliction of emotional distress, nuisance, harassment, interference with civil rights under California Civil Code Section 52.1, trespass, negligence, conspiracy, and violation of California Penal Code Section 637.7 which prohibits electronic tracking without consent. The plaintiff argues that these actions were offensive and objectionable not only to her but also to any reasonable person.
The lawsuit seeks various forms of relief from the court. Dominique Chan is asking for compensatory damages for the emotional distress and reputational harm caused by these actions. She is also seeking punitive damages aimed at deterring similar conduct in the future. Additionally, Chan requests a temporary and permanent restraining order against Lo to prevent further harassment or invasion of privacy.
Representing Dominique Chan is attorney R. Michael Lieberman from his law office located in San Francisco. The case is presided over by judges at the Superior Court - State of California County of San Francisco under Case ID CGC-24-618833.