Summary
In michigan, it is generally legal to record conversations if one party consents. However, if the conversation is private, all parties must consent. Sharing private conversations without consent can be considered illegal. Using someones image for commercial purposes without consent can be a violation of privacy rights. If you have concerns, consider discussing them with your employer or seeking legal advice from an employment attorney. You can also file a complaint with the michigan department of civil rights.Full Conversation
My employer doesn’t have any policies in place about surveillance. I am aware they have surveillance cameras and that is fine with me. They don’t have my consent to film videos of my conversations with clients on an iPhone. I’m just wondering if that part is illegal
Are you aware if your clients are informed and consent to these recordings?
In Michigan:
- One-party consent is required for recording conversations.
- If it's a private conversation, both parties need to consent.
The clients are asked but there is no written consent.
What is the nature of the conversations being recorded? In Michigan, recording private conversations without consent from all parties involved can be considered illegal.
I’m a dog trainer and they want to record the original evaluation when meeting the dog/client for the first time
What is the purpose of these recordings? In Michigan, it's generally legal to record conversations if one party consents. However, if the conversation is private, all parties must consent.
They want the recordings go reference if any issues come up or to use information from original meeting for training
Are these recordings being shared with anyone outside of your workplace or used for any other purpose than training and reference?
In Michigan:
- Sharing private conversations without consent can be considered illegal.
They’re being stored on an insecure device in my workplace. They’re being shared with all of my coworkers, the owner, and the owners girlfriend, who is not employed by the company. They also want to use the videos for advertise purposes. Which is why I’m not giving my consent.
Are you aware if your employer has informed you or obtained your consent for using these recordings for advertising purposes?
They have not asked me if it’s okay to record and I have already expressed that I am uncomfortable with the recordings.
Have you considered discussing your concerns with your employer or seeking legal advice? In Michigan, using someone's image for commercial purposes without consent can be considered a violation of privacy rights.
Currently, my employer wants me to record the videos myself, which I refuse. In an upcoming visit to the facility, I know the owner plans on filming these recordings. Which I am not going to consent to. I just wanted to make sure it was illegal first
Have you considered filing a complaint with the Michigan Department of Civil Rights or seeking legal advice from an employment attorney?
How would I do that?
You can file a complaint online with the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. For legal advice, consider contacting an employment attorney. The Michigan State Bar Association can help you find one.
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