May 2008

By Zusha Elinson

Aaron and Christine Boring say they enjoyed the, well, quiet life in the countryside outside Pittsburgh — until Google showed up in the driveway. The couple is suing the Mountain View, CA, search giant for invading its privacy by snapping a photo of the Boring house for Google Street View, a map feature that allows users to see pictures of streets. It caused the Borings “mental suffering and diminished value of their property,” according to the complaint filed in Pennsylvania state court. They’re seeking at least $25,000 in damages.

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