[no_wizard]

I am not a lawyer. This is not legal advice.

However, you should always speak to a lawyer if you get any kind of legal notice, but especially of this type. Never assume, thats how things can go sideways, even if you may initially have had standing to dispute the notice.

Always talk to a lawyer before taking any action in situations like this.

[drob518]

Yes, but… lawyers cost money and you need to decide if the gain is worth the cost.

[dragonwriter]

Disregarding a demand letter can cost far more money than a consultation with an attorney, and you need to decide if the gain from that choice is worth the cost, hence the need for a consultation.

(Though its less likely, complying with such a letter can also have hidden costs, so a consultation may be a good idea even if that is your inclination, but you are usually far more likely to experience adverse consequences beyond those you voluntarily and knowingly undertake from disregarding than from complying wiht such a letter.)

[shmeeed]

Out of curiosity, what could be the hidden cost of complying?

[JohnMakin]

anything can be a legal notice if you say it’s a legal notice. what makes a cease and desist lawyer a legal notice? a lawyer signing it? you can find lawyer services online to send these. you can use chatgpt to send a letterhead that looks convincing. It’s not “legal” by any means until it enters a court of law, which is not guaranteed and in the disinterest of both parties usually. which is why these letters are sent.