My best friend a paralegal, informed her office of what you did to me while pretending to be kind. After viewing the pictures, doing a preliminary search on you the overwhelming response was to sue you for the damage caused to my hair. Your situation may involve claims of negligence, misrepresentation, or potentially battery (unauthorized application of a permanent substance).
To pursue a successful claim, you will generally need to prove the following elements:
Duty of Care: That she, as someone offering a hair service, had a duty to use appropriate products and techniques to avoid harming your hair and scalp.
Breach of Duty: That she breached this duty by using a permanent adhesive not meant for hair, which led to the damage.
Causation: That her use of the permanent adhesive was the direct cause of your hair matting, damage, and the need for significant haircuts and product expenses.
Damages: That you sustained actual losses, which can include the cost of the service, money spent on removal products, medical treatment (if any), the cost to restore your hair, and compensation for emotional distress and pain and suffering.
Recommended Steps
Consult a Personal Injury or Civil Litigation Attorney: Given the severity and ongoing nature of the damage, it is best to consult a local lawyer specializing in personal injury or civil litigation. They can properly assess your case, determine the best legal approach, and advise you on the specifics of Georgia law.
Gather Evidence:
Document Everything: Take clear photos of your current hair and scalp condition.
Collect Receipts: Keep all receipts for the initial service, the products you bought to try and fix it, and any medical or salon consultations.
Communicate: Keep any records of communications (texts, emails, etc.) where she mentioned the product she used or her refusal to admit what it was.
Seek Expert Opinion: Get a statement from another professional hairstylist or possibly a dermatologist/doctor who can confirm that the substance used was inappropriate and caused the damage. An expert's testimony can be very helpful in proving causation.
Consider Small Claims Court: Depending on the total amount of your economic damages, you may be able to file a claim in small claims court, which is often a faster and less expensive process, though there are limits on the amount you can be awarded.
Do Not Wait: Be aware that statutes of limitations apply to these types of claims, so it is important to act promptly.
This is a serious situation involving significant physical and emotional harm, and you have grounds to seek compensation for your losses.