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Warning letters can quickly lead to a stressful and legally complex situation. Our website offers you professional legal assistance and clear information to ensure that you are optimally prepared for such challenges. Whether you have received a warning letter or have questions about a legally compliant cease-and-desist declaration, we are on hand with expertise. Our aim is to provide information quickly, comprehensibly and reliably so that you can protect your rights and avoid legal consequences.

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Understanding warning letters simply

Warning letters are formal letters that request a party to refrain from certain behaviour that violates applicable law. They are primarily used to settle disputes out of court and avoid future legal action. Warning letters are often used in connection with copyright infringements, trade mark infringements or competition law infringements. The aim of a warning letter is to inform the recipient of their unlawful behaviour and ask them to stop it immediately.

A central component of a warning letter is the request to submit a cease-and-desist declaration. This means that the recipient undertakes to refrain from the offending behaviour in future, usually under threat of a contractual penalty in the event of a further infringement. A warning letter can also contain a demand for compensation or the payment of legal fees. It is therefore an important instrument for enforcing legal claims.

Warning letters are typically sent by lawyers on behalf of companies, organisations or private individuals. They often occur in sectors such as the media and creative industries, online retail or industrial property rights, where property rights such as copyrights or trade mark rights are of great importance. A proper response to a cease-and-desist letter is crucial to minimise potential consequences and ensure legal certainty.


Find out more about cease and desist declarations ("Unterlassungserklärungen")

A declaration to cease and desist is a legal document used to request a person or company to immediately cease certain behaviour. It is often used to settle disputes out of court and prevent infringements before legal action is necessary. The sender requests the recipient to stop unlawful behaviour, for example copyright infringements, trademark infringements or unfair business practices.

The main aim of a cease-and-desist letter is to inform the recipient of the offending behaviour and to emphatically point out that it violates applicable law. The letter almost always contains a deadline within which the recipient is requested to submit a cease-and-desist declaration. This promise to cease and desist is intended to ensure that the warned party will not commit any similar infringements in the future. Such a declaration can also include the payment of damages or the payment of legal fees, especially if the behaviour has caused financial damage.

Cease and desist declarations are an effective means of enforcing legal claims without having to initiate court proceedings immediately. They are widely used in competition law and in the protection of intellectual property. A carefully worded letter can prevent escalation and resolve legal disputes efficiently.

It is important to understand a cease and desist letter correctly and respond accordingly. For the sender, it is crucial to formulate the demands in a legally sound manner in order to achieve the desired effect. For the recipient, it may make sense to have the content of the letter legally scrutinised in order to respond appropriately to the allegations and avoid possible consequences. In both cases, the support of an experienced lawyer is advisable in order to represent your interests in the best possible way.

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What is a warning letter?

A warning letter is a formal request to refrain from certain behaviour within a certain period of time. After the deadline has expired, the person issuing the warning holds out the prospect of asserting their claims in court. 

What should I do if I receive a warning letter?

Check the warning carefully, seek legal advice and respond within the set deadline. Keep a cool head and do not act rashly.

Can I defend myself against a warning letter?

Yes, there are various legal options for taking action against unjustified warnings. This requires detailed knowledge of the respective areas of law.

What are the costs of a warning letter?

The costs vary depending on the case. The legal fees for a warning letter are primarily calculated according to the value of the matter complained of and its economic significance. It should always be scrutinised whether the amount charged is justifiable.

Could a warning jeopardise my own brand?

Yes, a warning letter under trade mark law can jeopardise your own trade mark or the use of your own business name if the person issuing the warning letter attacks the use of your own signs on justified grounds. 

Where can I find legal support?

On our website, we may provide information and contacts to specialised lawyers who are experts in defending against warning letters. By choosing the right lawyer, you can avoid subsequent errors in advice that could otherwise cost you dearly.

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