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The Cease And Desist Letter Logo Infringement is a crucial legal instrument in South Africa's intellectual property protection framework. It serves as the initial formal step in addressing unauthorized use of a company's logo or trademark, typically deployed when informal resolution attempts have failed or when immediate action is required to protect intellectual property rights. The document combines elements of South African trademark law, including provisions from the Trade Marks Act 194 of 1993, the Copyright Act, and common law principles of passing off. It should be used when there is clear evidence of logo infringement and the rights holder wishes to establish a formal record of having notified the infringer and demanded cessation. The letter typically includes detailed documentation of ownership rights, specific instances of infringement, demands for immediate cessation, and potential legal consequences under South African law.
