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.
Title: Cease and Desist Letter Addressing Slanderous Comments by Former Houston Independent Contractor Dear [Former Independent Contractor's Name], Re: Slanderous Comments Breaching Contract and Damaging Business Reputation We write to you as representatives of [Your Company Name], a reputable business entity operating in Houston, Texas. It has come to our attention that despite the termination of your independent contractor agreement due to a severe breach of contract, you have been engaging in the dissemination of slanderous comments directed towards our company, both to our valued customers and potential customers. Our company takes great pride in maintaining a strong reputation built upon trust, credibility, and superior service to our customers. However, your aforementioned slanderous comments regarding our business practices, services, or team members, have caused significant harm to our operations and have negatively impacted our customer relations. As an independent contractor, you were bound by a legally binding agreement that explicitly outlined the terms and conditions you were expected to adhere to during the course of our engagement. It is our position that your actions in spreading false and damaging information about our company constitute a breach of that agreement and a violation of your contractual obligations. Our demands are as follows: 1. Cease and Desist: You are hereby required to cease and desist from making any further slanderous comments, whether orally, in writing, or through any other form of communication, that tarnish the reputation of our company or cause harm to our customer relationships. 2. Retraction and Public Apology: You must immediately retract any and all previously made slanderous comments by issuing a written statement publicly acknowledging that such statements were false and apologizing for any harm caused to our company's reputation. 3. Cessation of Negative Impact: You must take all necessary and reasonable steps to mitigate the damage caused by your slanderous comments, including contacting customers or potential customers who may have been exposed to such comments to clarify the situation and correct any false information provided. 4. Non-Disclosure Agreement: You shall be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) imposing strict confidentiality obligations on you, preventing you from disclosing any proprietary or confidential information you may have acquired during your engagement with our company. This letter serves as formal notice of our intent to pursue all available legal remedies should you fail to adhere to our demands within [reasonable timeline] from the receipt of this letter. Legal action may include, but is not limited to, seeking injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees. Please understand that we take this matter extremely seriously, and we are fully committed to protecting our company's reputation and the well-being of our customers. It is in your best interest to comply with our demands to avoid further legal consequences. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Company Name] [Your Company Address] [City, State, ZIP code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Note: This letter should be customized based on your specific circumstances and may require legal advice from a qualified professional.Title: Cease and Desist Letter Addressing Slanderous Comments by Former Houston Independent Contractor Dear [Former Independent Contractor's Name], Re: Slanderous Comments Breaching Contract and Damaging Business Reputation We write to you as representatives of [Your Company Name], a reputable business entity operating in Houston, Texas. It has come to our attention that despite the termination of your independent contractor agreement due to a severe breach of contract, you have been engaging in the dissemination of slanderous comments directed towards our company, both to our valued customers and potential customers. Our company takes great pride in maintaining a strong reputation built upon trust, credibility, and superior service to our customers. However, your aforementioned slanderous comments regarding our business practices, services, or team members, have caused significant harm to our operations and have negatively impacted our customer relations. As an independent contractor, you were bound by a legally binding agreement that explicitly outlined the terms and conditions you were expected to adhere to during the course of our engagement. It is our position that your actions in spreading false and damaging information about our company constitute a breach of that agreement and a violation of your contractual obligations. Our demands are as follows: 1. Cease and Desist: You are hereby required to cease and desist from making any further slanderous comments, whether orally, in writing, or through any other form of communication, that tarnish the reputation of our company or cause harm to our customer relationships. 2. Retraction and Public Apology: You must immediately retract any and all previously made slanderous comments by issuing a written statement publicly acknowledging that such statements were false and apologizing for any harm caused to our company's reputation. 3. Cessation of Negative Impact: You must take all necessary and reasonable steps to mitigate the damage caused by your slanderous comments, including contacting customers or potential customers who may have been exposed to such comments to clarify the situation and correct any false information provided. 4. Non-Disclosure Agreement: You shall be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) imposing strict confidentiality obligations on you, preventing you from disclosing any proprietary or confidential information you may have acquired during your engagement with our company. This letter serves as formal notice of our intent to pursue all available legal remedies should you fail to adhere to our demands within [reasonable timeline] from the receipt of this letter. Legal action may include, but is not limited to, seeking injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees. Please understand that we take this matter extremely seriously, and we are fully committed to protecting our company's reputation and the well-being of our customers. It is in your best interest to comply with our demands to avoid further legal consequences. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Company Name] [Your Company Address] [City, State, ZIP code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Note: This letter should be customized based on your specific circumstances and may require legal advice from a qualified professional.
