Business Torts

Question 1

Intentional Interference with Business Relations: Elements

Answer 1

(1) K existed between P and third party;

(20 D knew of the K relationship;

(3) D INTENTIONALLY INTERFERED with K, resulting in breach; and
(4) Breach caused damages to P

Question 2

Interference with a Prospective Economic Advantage

Answer 2

D intentionally interferes with a prospective business relationship or benefit between P and a third party, in the absence of a contract

Question 3

Misappropriation of Trade Secrets

Answer 3

(1) P has valid TRADE SECRET;
(2) P takes REASONABLE PRECAUTIONS to protect it;and
(3) D acquires secret by IMPROPER MEANS