Cease and Desist (Defamation)
This Cease and Desist (Defamation) letter is specifically designed for use in defamation of character claims, writing on behalf of a business or individual who has been the subject of defamation, slander or libel.
Last updated January 13, 2025
Suitable for Australia
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Frequently asked questions
Use this Cease and Desist (Defamation) if:
- You or your business are the subject of slander, libel or defamation
- You believe your reputation has been damaged due to a defamatory attack from another party (online or offline)
- Your business has received false negative reviews from another party
What does the Cease and Desist (Defamation) cover?
- An overview of the conduct alerting the other party of your concerns;
- A request to remove any malicious and defamatory content in the public forum;
- A request for the other party to provide detail into where defamatory content may have been published, and to provide a written apology.
Other names for Cease and Desist (Defamation) include:
- Defamation Letter
- Defamation of Character Letter
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The Legal Risk Score of a Cease and Desist (Defamation) Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- The document demands several actions from the recipient, including ceasing publication of statements and issuing an apology, which could be perceived as onerous or difficult to comply with without clear guidance on how these should be executed.
- The document includes a warning of potential legal action if the demands are not met, which could escalate the situation and lead to legal disputes that might require substantial time and resources to resolve.
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