At LICERAinc.com, we take pride in being a professional, ethical, and legally compliant service provider trusted by businesses around the world. We maintain deep respect for every client we work with, and we hold ourselves to the highest standards of delivery and accountability.
However, in the interest of transparency, safety, and the legal protection of our company and staff, we are releasing this public statement to inform our community and stakeholders that we are currently pursuing criminal and civil legal action against a former client based in the United States.
This action follows a series of verified threats, harassment, defamation, and attempts at coercion, all of which were received and documented by our team on April 4, 2025. We are now working with law enforcement agencies in the Philippines and the United States to hold this individual accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
🏛 Our Commitment to Lawful, Respectful, and Secure Business Practices
For over a decade, LICERAinc.com has been a trusted partner in digital strategy, marketing, and brand transformation. We work hard to uphold professionalism and maintain peaceful, solution-based dialogue with our clients—even in times of dissatisfaction.
But when boundaries are crossed—especially when threats of violence, extortion, and reputational destruction are made against our staff and company—we are duty-bound to act.
We are committed to upholding the law, protecting our team, and ensuring that our company remains a safe space for innovation, collaboration, and service delivery.
📌 Overview of the Incident
On April 4, 2025, from 7:02 AM to 10:45 AM (PHT), LICERAinc.com received over 45 aggressive and threatening messages via WhatsApp from a former client currently residing in New York, United States.
The client had previously entered into a valid service agreement and had been provided marketing and branding services. However, when faced with creative and technical outcomes subject to standard industry practice, the individual responded not with a legal query or dispute—but with profanity-laced, violent, and threatening statements against the company and its personnel.
These threats were immediate, targeted, and repeated over the course of several hours, and included threats of physical harm, surveillance, stalking, public defamation, and organized harassment.
🔎 Specific Threats and Their Legal Weight
Below are direct quotes from the messages received, now part of an official legal case:
“I will send the clan there to get my money back.”
“I know where you live.”
“I’m going to break this guy’s face.”
“You will be dragged out of your house.”
“Collectors are coming for you.”
“I will have people watch your house. I will be there myself with my family.”
“My clan is ready. They are in the army, police, and national guard.”
“You better answer me or the authorities are coming.”
“You are going to jail for a long time. I will guarantee it.”
“I can pay anybody off over there and I know a lot of people.”
These statements are severe criminal violations under both Philippine and U.S. law and are now the subject of multiple filings.
📁 Legal Evidence Submitted
Our legal team has compiled and submitted the following documentation:
- WhatsApp transcripts (screenshots and chat logs)
- Audio recordings (where applicable)
- Metadata and timestamps
- The signed service agreement and delivery receipts
- Internal logs of task completions and outputs
This evidence has been shared with the following agencies:
- National Bureau of Investigation – Cybercrime Division (PH)
- PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (PH)
- Department of Justice – Office of Cybercrime (PH)
- Bureau of Immigration (PH)
- U.S. Embassy in Manila – FBI Legal Attaché
- U.S. Department of Justice – Criminal Division (USA)
- New York State Attorney General’s Office (USA)
⚖️ Criminal Charges Filed
🇵🇭 Under Philippine Law:
- Article 282, Revised Penal Code – Grave Threats
- Article 287 – Unjust Vexation and Coercion
- Article 294 – Attempted Robbery / Extortion
- RA 10175 – Cybercrime Prevention Act (Cyber Libel)
- Civil Code Articles 19-21, 2219 – Abuse of Rights, Emotional and Reputational Injury
- Data Privacy Act – Unauthorized use of company materials and representation
🇺🇸 Under U.S. Federal Law:
- 18 U.S. Code § 875(c) – Threats via Interstate Communications
- 18 U.S. Code § 2261A – Cyberstalking / Harassment
- 18 U.S. Code § 1341 – Fraud, Intimidation, and Financial Coercion
- RICO Act – Pending evaluation of organized intimidation claims
These laws are now being invoked and prosecuted by relevant authorities.
💼 Civil Lawsuit for Damages
In addition to criminal prosecution, LICERAinc.com is pursuing a civil claim totaling approximately ₱5.5 million PHP (~$100,000 USD) to recover the following damages:
| Damage Type | Amount Claimed |
Moral and Emotional Damages | ₱2,500,000 PHP |
Exemplary and Punitive Damages | ₱1,500,000 PHP |
| Business Interruption / Disruption | ₱1,000,000 PHP |
| Legal and Attorney’s Fees | ₱500,000 PHP |
The amount may increase depending on the outcome of public threats and reputational impact.
🚫 Cease and Desist Directive Issued
The former client has been formally served a cease and desist notice, and all future communication must now be made exclusively through legal counsel. Any further attempt to contact our staff or company directly will result in additional criminal charges and court filings.
Our Stand for Digital Justice
“Standing up for our team means standing up for every small business and freelancer who deserves to operate without fear of violence or harassment,” said the Legal Compliance Team of LICERAinc.com.
“We believe in due process. We stand firm in our decision to pursue this through the proper legal channels, ensuring that every act of intimidation—no matter how aggressive or where it originates—receives the accountability it deserves.”
Media Contact
LICERAinc.com – Legal Compliance Team
📧 legal@licerainc.com
📍 Balamban, Cebu, Philippines
🌐 www.licerainc.com
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
This statement reflects verified facts and official legal actions taken as of April 4, 2025. It has been issued in good faith to inform the public and protect the interests and safety of LICERAinc.com. All quoted statements are documented and submitted to government and legal agencies. This page will be updated as new developments arise.
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