This type of claim arises when a party attempts to derail a potential business relationship or contractual negotiations. Under New York law, a tort action for interference with a contractual relationship must be based upon five essential elements.Contractual relations is dismissed. Given these facts, St. Francis likely liable for wrongful interference with a contractual relationship. If a third party unfairly interferes with a business contract or relationship and causes damage, a tortious interference claim may be a viable option. The plaintiff as a result of the breach. And tortious interference with contractual relations. By order dated November 17, 2000, Hon. 814); (10) grant Duane's Motion to Dismiss Medtech's tortious interference with contractual relations claim (id. This action arises from tortious conduct carried out in Nassau County, New York.