A cease and desist letter is an order or request to halt an activity, or else face legal action. This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
Subject: Cease and Desist from Making Slanderous Comments — Louisiana Letter Demanding Compliance from a Former Independent Contractor [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Former Independent Contractor's Name] [Former Independent Contractor's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Certified Mail: [Tracking Number] Dear [Former Independent Contractor's Name], RE: Cease and Desist from Making Slanderous Comments to Customers and Potential Customers I am writing to formally demand that you immediately cease and desist from making any slanderous comments, whether orally or in writing, to our valued customers and potential customers. It has come to our attention that despite the termination of your independent contractor agreement due to a clear breach of contract, you have made disparaging and false statements about our company and its services. Background: As you should be well aware, we entered into an independent contractor agreement on [Date] which clearly outlined the terms and obligations both parties were bound to uphold. Unfortunately, your willful violation of these contractual obligations resulted in the termination of our working relationship on [Termination Date]. Slanderous Comments: Since the termination, our company has received reports and evidence confirming that you have engaged in spreading false information about our company, its practices, and the quality of our services. These slanderous comments have been directed towards our customers, potential customers, and even on public platforms such as social media. Such statements are damaging to our reputation and are in direct violation of the good faith and fair dealing principles that govern professional relationships. Damages and Legal Consequences: Your actions have already caused significant harm to our company's image and have possibly resulted in lost business opportunities. As a result, we reserve the right to seek remedies available under applicable Louisiana laws, including but not limited to, injunctive relief, monetary damages, legal costs, and any other relief deemed appropriate by a court of law. Cease and Desist: By this letter, we demand that you immediately cease and desist from making any further slanderous comments, either orally or in writing, directly or indirectly, about our company and its services. Furthermore, we demand that you promptly retract any previously made false statements and issue a written apology addressed to our company. Failure to Comply: Should you fail to comply with this demand within [number of days, e.g., 10 days] from the date of this letter, please be advised that we will have no choice but to pursue all available legal remedies to protect our company's interests without further notice. This may include filing a lawsuit against you seeking damages, injunctive relief, and legal costs incurred. We sincerely hope that it will not be necessary to escalate this matter further and that you will understand the severity of your actions and the potential repercussions. Please govern yourself accordingly to avoid any further legal complications for yourself. Your prompt attention to this matter is expected and appreciated. We look forward to receiving your written confirmation that you have complied with this cease and desist demand within the specified time period. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our legal counsel, [Legal Counsel's Name], at [Legal Counsel's Email] or [Legal Counsel's Phone Number]. This letter is not intended and shall not be construed as a complete or exhaustive statement of our rights or remedies, all of which are expressly reserved. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Company Name]Subject: Cease and Desist from Making Slanderous Comments — Louisiana Letter Demanding Compliance from a Former Independent Contractor [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Former Independent Contractor's Name] [Former Independent Contractor's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Certified Mail: [Tracking Number] Dear [Former Independent Contractor's Name], RE: Cease and Desist from Making Slanderous Comments to Customers and Potential Customers I am writing to formally demand that you immediately cease and desist from making any slanderous comments, whether orally or in writing, to our valued customers and potential customers. It has come to our attention that despite the termination of your independent contractor agreement due to a clear breach of contract, you have made disparaging and false statements about our company and its services. Background: As you should be well aware, we entered into an independent contractor agreement on [Date] which clearly outlined the terms and obligations both parties were bound to uphold. Unfortunately, your willful violation of these contractual obligations resulted in the termination of our working relationship on [Termination Date]. Slanderous Comments: Since the termination, our company has received reports and evidence confirming that you have engaged in spreading false information about our company, its practices, and the quality of our services. These slanderous comments have been directed towards our customers, potential customers, and even on public platforms such as social media. Such statements are damaging to our reputation and are in direct violation of the good faith and fair dealing principles that govern professional relationships. Damages and Legal Consequences: Your actions have already caused significant harm to our company's image and have possibly resulted in lost business opportunities. As a result, we reserve the right to seek remedies available under applicable Louisiana laws, including but not limited to, injunctive relief, monetary damages, legal costs, and any other relief deemed appropriate by a court of law. Cease and Desist: By this letter, we demand that you immediately cease and desist from making any further slanderous comments, either orally or in writing, directly or indirectly, about our company and its services. Furthermore, we demand that you promptly retract any previously made false statements and issue a written apology addressed to our company. Failure to Comply: Should you fail to comply with this demand within [number of days, e.g., 10 days] from the date of this letter, please be advised that we will have no choice but to pursue all available legal remedies to protect our company's interests without further notice. This may include filing a lawsuit against you seeking damages, injunctive relief, and legal costs incurred. We sincerely hope that it will not be necessary to escalate this matter further and that you will understand the severity of your actions and the potential repercussions. Please govern yourself accordingly to avoid any further legal complications for yourself. Your prompt attention to this matter is expected and appreciated. We look forward to receiving your written confirmation that you have complied with this cease and desist demand within the specified time period. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our legal counsel, [Legal Counsel's Name], at [Legal Counsel's Email] or [Legal Counsel's Phone Number]. This letter is not intended and shall not be construed as a complete or exhaustive statement of our rights or remedies, all of which are expressly reserved. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Company Name]
