Tort of Inducing Breach of Contract

The tort of inducing breach of contract occurs when one party intentionally persuades another party to break a contract they have with a third party. This can involve actions like offering a better deal or making misleading statements to encourage the breach. If the third party suffers harm as a result, they may be able to sue the party that induced the breach for compensation. Essentially, it holds individuals or businesses accountable for interfering in contractual relationships, protecting the sanctity of agreements.