United States Supreme Court
DOE v. CHAO, 02-1377
Plaintiff must prove some actual damages to qualify for the minimum statutory award under the Privacy Act of 1974. His uncorroborated claim of emotional distress, on learning of defendant's improper disclosure of his Social Security number in connection with his black lung benefits claim, is not compensable.
Appellate Information
- Decided 02/24/2004
- Published 02/24/2004
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- United States Supreme Court