Tortious Interference
/ˈtɔːrʃəs ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/
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- (n.) The unlawful act of intentionally damaging someone's contractual or business relationships with a third party.
The company sued for tortious interference after a competitor intentionally caused its client to break their contract.
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Use 'tortious interference' to describe intentional wrongful acts harming others' contractual/business relations; often requires proof of malice or improper motive.
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