Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2 have filed a lawsuit against a popular bakery franchise, alleging serious privacy violations and emotional distress. The complaint was filed in the District Court of Harris County, Texas, on October 10, 2024, targeting Nothing Bundt Franchising, LLC, doing business as Nothing Bundt Cakes.
The plaintiffs, identified as Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2, both residents of Harris County, claim that their privacy was severely breached while employed at the Nothing Bundt Cakes location in Webster, Texas. On May 31, 2024, a hidden camera was discovered in the employee restroom by another staff member. Despite being informed of this grave invasion of privacy, the defendant's owner, Wendi Walker, allegedly failed to take immediate corrective action. The individual responsible for placing the camera was neither suspended nor terminated but instead continued to work as scheduled. This negligence has led to significant emotional distress for the plaintiffs.
The plaintiffs assert that they were not made aware of the hidden camera until an assistant manager disclosed its presence with the comment "We have a perv." They believe management knew about the camera well before informing them and other employees. This delay in notification exacerbated their distress as they had used the restroom multiple times during their employment. Furthermore, after discovering the camera, Wendi Walker took possession of it and removed it from the premises rather than addressing the situation appropriately.
The lawsuit accuses Nothing Bundt Cakes of several legal violations: negligence for failing to provide a safe working environment; intrusion upon seclusion due to permitting unauthorized recording; intentional infliction of emotional distress through extreme and outrageous conduct; negligent hiring and retention for failing to properly supervise or terminate John Doe; and vicarious liability under respondeat superior for John Doe's actions. As a result of these alleged infractions, Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2 have suffered mental anguish and will require ongoing medical treatment.
The plaintiffs are seeking damages for emotional distress and any related medical expenses incurred due to this incident. They also demand a jury trial to determine appropriate compensation based on evidence presented. Represented by Anthony G. Buzbee and Caroline E. Adams from The Buzbee Law Firm in Houston, Texas, they hope for swift justice in this case filed under Case ID: 2024-70426 before Judge Jonathan Vel in Court: 113.