Understanding Privacy Invasion in Washington State: A Neighbor Law Perspective Living in close proximity to others, as we often do in Washington's vibrant cities and charming towns, can sometimes lead to friction. One of the most sensitive areas of neighborly discord revolves around privacy. Washington law protects individuals' reasonable expectation of privacy, but navigating these issues in a neighbor dispute can be complex. What Constitutes Privacy Invasion? Privacy invasion, also known as "intrusion upon seclusion," occurs when someone intentionally intrudes upon the solitude, seclusion, or private affairs of another, and the intrusion would be highly offensive to a reasonable person. In the context of neighbor disputes in Washington, this can manifest in several ways: 📸 Unreasonable Surveillance: Using cameras, drones, or other devices to monitor a neighbor's property in a way that captures intimate details of their private life. T...