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.
Oregon Letter Demanding Cease and Desist from Slanderous Comments to Customers and Potential Customers by Former Independent Contractor Subject: Cease and Desist Notice to Former Independent Contractor Regarding Slanderous Comments Dear [Former Independent Contractor's Name], We hope this letter finds you well. We are reaching out to address a serious matter concerning your recent conduct following the termination of your contract with our organization. It has come to our attention that you have been engaging in slanderous comments towards our customers and potential customers, damaging our reputation and potentially harming our business. As per the terms of our contractual agreement, it clearly stipulates that upon termination, any discussions, comments, or actions that could potentially harm our business interests are prohibited. Your current actions clearly breach this agreement and are causing both financial and reputational harm to our organization. This letter serves as a formal demand for immediate cessation and desist of all slanderous comments directed towards our customers and potential customers. We believe these actions are detrimental not only to our business but also to the trust our customers have in our services. We kindly request your prompt compliance in order to avoid further legal action. OR-POWERS Act Section 76: Slander and Libel Laws in Oregon law strictly prohibits slanderous and libelous statements that damage the reputation of a person or business entity. Under the Oregon Protection of Written and Oral Statement Act (OR-POWERS Act) Section 76, individuals who engage in slanderous comments can face legal consequences, including monetary damages, injunctions, and other legal remedies. Legal Consequences of Slanderous Comments: 1. Monetary Damages: If the court finds merit in our claims, you may be held liable for compensatory damages for the harm caused to our reputation and financial losses. 2. Injunctive Relief: We may seek a court order to restrain you from making any further slanderous comments, along with any necessary measures to mitigate the damages. 3. Legal Expenses: In the event that we are compelled to initiate legal proceedings, you may also be held responsible for covering our legal fees and costs incurred during the process. Required Actions: 1. Cease and Desist: We demand an immediate and definitive cessation of all slanderous comments against our customers and potential customers. This includes any written or oral statements, social media posts, or any other contact that could adversely affect our business reputation. 2. Retraction and Apology: We request that you issue a public retraction of any false statements made about our organization along with a written apology to our affected customers. 3. Compliance Verification: We expect written confirmation of your compliance with this letter within [insert reasonable timeframe] days from the receipt of this notice. Failure to comply with this cease and desist letter may result in the initiation of legal proceedings, seeking appropriate remedies under Oregon law. We strongly urge you to reconsider your current course of action and comply with this notice promptly. Please be aware that we are documenting all instances of slanderous comments, which will be submitted as evidence in any future legal actions. We hope that an amicable resolution can be achieved without the need for further legal involvement. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. We expect to receive written confirmation of your compliance within the stated timeframe. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Your Organization] Keywords: Oregon, letter of demand, former independent contractor, breach of contract, cease and desist, slanderous comments, customers, potential customers, slander laws, OR-POWERS Act, legal consequences, monetary damages, injunctive relief, legal expenses, required actions, retraction and apology, compliance verification, legal proceedings, amicable resolution.
