I changed your area so you could get better answers

Sorry I do not see any legal duty that was owed to you

It is appropriate that they protect themselves and they have the title

Without more This is a very weak case if any at all.

There is little harm you can do to yourself in Small Claims

I have previously responded to your question, twice. Sorry

Well You are represented by counsel and we cannot interfere

If you think this would be a good business . . . the call an attorney. There are at least 12 issues I count off the top of my head

Selected as the best answer

I see no violation of the law in the Q that you proposed

You have rights to privacy and publicity. If you are really concerned call any one of us to assist who is licensed in CA