Document background
A Cease And Desist Letter For Bad Reference is utilized when an individual discovers that a former employer or reference provider is giving unfair, false, or misleading references that are hampering their employment prospects. This document, governed by English and Welsh law, serves as a formal warning before potential legal action. It typically includes specific instances of the harmful references, cites relevant legislation such as the Defamation Act 2013 and Employment Rights Act 1996, and demands immediate cessation of such practices. The letter is particularly important as it creates a paper trail and demonstrates the sender's attempt to resolve the issue before pursuing legal remedies.
