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Family Sues Batavia Chiropractor Accused of Secretly Filming Patients in Treatment Rooms

The new filing spotlights a push for state rules on hidden cameras in treatment spaces.

Overview

  • Romanucci & Blandin filed a civil lawsuit on Nov. 24 in Kane County on behalf of four family members, including two minors, alleging invasion of privacy, negligence and related claims.
  • David Hanson, 43, already faces felony charges for producing, disseminating and possessing child pornography and for unauthorized video recording of a minor, and he remains jailed pending trial.
  • Investigators say more than 180 recordings dating to 2017 were recovered, many from a red light or near‑infrared therapy room where cameras were hidden behind vents or fans.
  • Prosecutors report victims included children and adults, with forensic analysts examining metadata to determine when files were created, viewed or altered.
  • Illinois Rep. Curtis Tarver plans to introduce a Protect Children from Hidden Cameras bill next month to prohibit covert cameras in private areas and require disclosure and inspection screening.