Cease And Desist Response

Summary

Receiving a cease and desist letter can be serious, especially if it involves claims of unfair competition or breach of contract. Since your partner had no contract, it may affect the legal grounds of the claims. However, issues like unfair competition and client information access might still be relevant. Consider assessing your companys practices for unfair competition, evaluating how client information was accessed, and consulting a solicitor specializing in business law for tailored advice.

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Kayle
Hi Kayle! What legal issue are you seeking assistance with today?
I have been issued a cease and desist for my company
Receiving a cease and desist can be quite serious. It's important to understand the reasons behind it. Could you please share a bit more about the claims made in the cease and desist letter? This will help in providing more specific information.
I am a co partner of an LLP. My partner worked as a sub contractor for a long term for a cleaning company. They are claiming, since she left to join me, that she left in bad faith and our company is similar to theirs, with a price £* cheaper than theirs, the fact we use “tidy up” as a service title. And that she had access to clients and has used them to gain access to the buildings to clean
It sounds like the cleaning company is claiming unfair competition or breach of contract due to your partner's previous role. Here are some general points to consider:
- Non-Compete Clauses: Check if your partner had any non-compete clauses in her contract.
- Intellectual Property: Ensure your business name and services don't infringe on trademarks.
- Client Information: Verify how client information was obtained and used legally.
Would you like guidance on finding a local solicitor who could help with your case?
My partner had no contract
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Since your partner didn't have a contract, it could impact the legal grounds of the cleaning company's claims. However, issues like unfair competition and client information access might still be relevant. Would you like more details on how to handle these potential claims?
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Here are some general steps you could consider:
- Unfair Competition: Assess if your company's practices could be perceived as unfair competition, even without a contract.
- Client Access: Evaluate how your partner accessed client information and ensure it didn't violate any confidentiality obligations.
- Legal Advice: Consulting a solicitor specializing in business law can provide tailored advice.
Would you like more specific information about handling these claims?