Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Illinois
Can I file civil sue against my dentist
My dentist had a agreement to a sum of out my account. But someone in his office used my debit account to purchase toys. I found out by checking my checking account and it was overdraft. I feel that the should had protected my information so that no one could use it
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Can I file civil sue against my dentist
If you know the identity of the party that took your information and spent your money, it would be appropriate to bring an action for conversion against him or her. You can add the dentist as a party under agency theory (his agent took your money while acting in the scope of his/her employment). However, if you haven't done so already, you should initiate a police action for theft. It is likely the outcome of a criminal trial will be to order the defendant to pay you back the money you are owed from the theft. However, if that does not occur, then bring your civil claim.
Re: Can I file civil sue against my dentist
Yes--you have several causes of action against the doctor's office. They should have safeguarded the sensitive credit data you entrusted in their hands. They have been careless and they should be held liable for the damages that they have caused you.
My office can help you out, if you so choose.
Taradji Law Offices
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