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.
[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] Subject: Cease and Desist from Making Slanderous Comments to Customers and Potential Customers Dear [Former Independent Contractor's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you on behalf of [Your Company Name], located in Maricopa, Arizona, regarding your recent actions in breaching the terms of our independent contractor agreement. As you may recall, our professional relationship ended due to your violation of specific contractual obligations outlined in the agreement dated [date of agreement]. During our collaboration, it was clearly stated that any inappropriate or damaging comments about [Your Company Name], its services, or its clients would not be tolerated. Unfortunately, we have received credible reports that you have been disseminating slanderous comments to our valued customers and potential customers. Slander, as defined by Arizona law, involves making false and damaging oral statements that harm a person's reputation, business, or personal relationships. Such comments can lead to irreparable damage to the reputation of [Your Company Name] within the Maricopa community and beyond. We demand that you immediately cease and desist from making any further slanderous comments about [Your Company Name], its employees, clients, or services. This includes but is not limited to spreading false information about our business practices, engaging in unfavorable comparisons, or making malicious statements about our clients' experiences. Failure to comply with this demand will leave us with no choice but to pursue legal action to protect our business, reputation, and clients, as well as seek compensation for any damages incurred. Additionally, please be advised that any disregard for this cease and desist letter may be presented as evidence of your intention to inflict harm and may be used against you in a court of law. In light of the seriousness of this matter, we strongly advise that you seek legal counsel to fully understand the implications of your actions and to respond to this letter appropriately. We kindly request that you acknowledge receipt of this letter in writing within ten (10) business days from the date of this correspondence. We sincerely hope that this issue can be resolved amicably, without the need for further legal intervention. However, if necessary, we are fully prepared to protect our rights and interests, as well as those of our valued clients. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Your Company Name][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] Subject: Cease and Desist from Making Slanderous Comments to Customers and Potential Customers Dear [Former Independent Contractor's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you on behalf of [Your Company Name], located in Maricopa, Arizona, regarding your recent actions in breaching the terms of our independent contractor agreement. As you may recall, our professional relationship ended due to your violation of specific contractual obligations outlined in the agreement dated [date of agreement]. During our collaboration, it was clearly stated that any inappropriate or damaging comments about [Your Company Name], its services, or its clients would not be tolerated. Unfortunately, we have received credible reports that you have been disseminating slanderous comments to our valued customers and potential customers. Slander, as defined by Arizona law, involves making false and damaging oral statements that harm a person's reputation, business, or personal relationships. Such comments can lead to irreparable damage to the reputation of [Your Company Name] within the Maricopa community and beyond. We demand that you immediately cease and desist from making any further slanderous comments about [Your Company Name], its employees, clients, or services. This includes but is not limited to spreading false information about our business practices, engaging in unfavorable comparisons, or making malicious statements about our clients' experiences. Failure to comply with this demand will leave us with no choice but to pursue legal action to protect our business, reputation, and clients, as well as seek compensation for any damages incurred. Additionally, please be advised that any disregard for this cease and desist letter may be presented as evidence of your intention to inflict harm and may be used against you in a court of law. In light of the seriousness of this matter, we strongly advise that you seek legal counsel to fully understand the implications of your actions and to respond to this letter appropriately. We kindly request that you acknowledge receipt of this letter in writing within ten (10) business days from the date of this correspondence. We sincerely hope that this issue can be resolved amicably, without the need for further legal intervention. However, if necessary, we are fully prepared to protect our rights and interests, as well as those of our valued clients. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Your Company Name]
