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The Infringement Letter is a crucial legal instrument in South African intellectual property enforcement, serving as a formal notification and demand document when intellectual property rights have been violated. It is typically used as the first formal step in addressing unauthorized use of protected intellectual property, whether involving trademarks, patents, copyrights, or designs. The document must comply with South African legal requirements and typically includes detailed information about the rights holder's protected intellectual property, specific instances of infringement, demands for cessation, and deadlines for compliance. This type of letter often serves as a prerequisite to further legal action and can be instrumental in achieving out-of-court settlements. The Infringement Letter should be carefully drafted to ensure it meets all legal requirements while effectively communicating the severity of the situation and the rights holder's willingness to enforce their rights through litigation if necessary.
