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Complaint, deadline & options for action

Received a cease-and-desist notice.

Classify first. Then react.

A letter demanding omission, payment, or a change in your behavior? Have the allegation and claims reviewed before you make a binding statement. Have the complete process and the set deadlines ready.

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Advice & representation

Received a cease-and-desist notice
in practice.

We check which requirements are actually there, whether and how a response makes sense and what cost risks exist. Declarations, payments and court letters that have already been signed should be on the table right from the start.

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Check allegation and eligibility

Who asserts which rights? We look at the full facts, your objections and the relevant requirements. Letterhead alone does not determine eligibility.

02

Declaration of injunctive relief and costs

In the case of warnings in the area of media and industrial property rights, the scope of an injunctive obligation and contractual penalty may be particularly important. A pre-formulated statement should not be adopted without verification.

03

Labor and tenancy law

The focus here is on specific contractual obligations and possible consequences for the contractual relationship. The audit follows a different standard than in the case of trademark or copyright infringement.

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Time limits and legal action

Note down all deadlines mentioned and receipt of the letter. In case of court documents or imminent deadlines, please also contact us directly. The use of a tool does not extend or meet any deadline.

Specific enquiries

Is this the right service for you?

Individuals, creators and businesses that have received a legal warning

The warning includes a cease-and-desist undertaking. Can you review that too?

We consider the allegation, the proposed undertaking and the claimed costs together. Please also provide earlier undertakings and the disputed use so that we can discuss possible responses with you.

Submit the letter and undertaking for review

Someone is demanding that I delete my criticism. Can you review the demand?

We assess the wording, context and evidence alongside the specific demand. Freedom of expression under Article 5(1) of the German Basic Law and its limits in relation to personality rights form part of the review and preparation of your response.

Review criticism and a cease-and-desist demand

The first request

These documents
help us review your matter.

First, briefly describe the facts. We will coordinate with you how to submit further documents.

  • Complete letter with attachments, if available
  • Names of participants and previous correspondence
  • Date of receipt and any specified period, including time
  • Evidence of the allegation, such as links, screenshots, contracts, or rights documents

Working with us

From the request
to the mandate.

Before the assignment, we agree on the scope of services and remuneration. When taking over, we will name your legal contact person.

01

Inquiry

They describe the facts, the parties involved and known deadlines.

02

Acceptance of your matter

We agree on performance and compensation and name your contact person.

03

Case handling

The responsible lawyer will check your documents and coordinate the procedure with you.

Received a cease-and-desist notice

Questions & answers.

Can I just ignore the letter?

Let us first classify what is at stake and what reaction is required. Not every claim is justified; however, doing nothing can trigger additional risks. An ongoing deadline must be expressly notified.

Is there always a period of 14 days?

No There is no uniform response period for all warnings. The specific letter, the area of law and the circumstances are decisive. The tool does not calculate a legally binding deadline.

I've already signed. Can I still inquire?

Yes Tell me exactly what you've signed, paid, or already explained. This may result in independent obligations. Whether and which options for action exist must be examined separately.

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Your concern: Receive a warning

Briefly describe your case and known deadlines. We clarify the takeover, the scope of services and the remuneration.

Get in touchBook a consultationinfo@sarafi.deAn engagement begins only when we expressly accept it.

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