Document background
The Cease and Desist Demand Letter is a crucial legal instrument in Hong Kong's business and legal landscape, serving as a formal warning and demand mechanism before initiating court proceedings. This document is typically employed when there are clear violations of legal rights, such as intellectual property infringement, breach of contract, defamation, or unauthorized use of protected materials. The letter must comply with Hong Kong's legal requirements and can reference various ordinances including the Trade Marks Ordinance, Copyright Ordinance, and relevant common law principles. While not a court document, a well-drafted Cease and Desist Demand Letter can often resolve disputes without the need for litigation, making it a cost-effective first step in legal enforcement. The document should be precise in its allegations, clear in its demands, and professional in its tone, while maintaining sufficient firmness to convey the sender's serious intention to pursue legal action if necessary.
