tortious interference of contract
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USA
A common law tort claim that a defendant intentionally convinced or caused a third party to breach its contract with the plaintiff which resulted in damages to the plaintiff.
The elements of the tort can vary by state but generally include the following:
• The existence of a valid contract between the plaintiff and a third party.
• Knowledge of that contract by the defendant.
• Intent of the defendant to induce the third party to breach the contract with the plaintiff.
• Lack of any justification for the defendant to induce such a breach.
• Damage to the plaintiff caused by the breach.
The defendant can be liable for the damages caused by its tortious interference.
Practical Law Dictionary. Glossary of UK, US and international legal terms.
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