Elements: Tortious Interference with Contract

In New York, the elements of a cause of action for tortious interference with contract are as follows:

  1. Existence of a Valid Contract
    The plaintiff must establish that there was a valid and enforceable contract between the plaintiff and a third party.
  2. Defendant’s Knowledge of the Contract
    The defendant must have knowledge of the contract between the plaintiff and the third party.
  3. Intentional Inducement to Breach or Otherwise Render Performance Impossible
    The defendant must intentionally induce the third party to breach the contract or make performance impossible or more difficult.
  4. Actual Breach of the Contract by the Third Party
    There must be an actual breach or disruption of the contract as a result of the defendant’s actions.
  5. Damages
    The plaintiff must demonstrate that they suffered damages as a direct result of the defendant’s interference.

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