This blog talks about the Cal jury instructions and what a Plaintiff has to prove to meet their "burden of proof" in a civil case. California courts have long recognized causes of action for tortious interference with contract and tortious interference with prospective economic advantage.Both California contract law and tort law allow for legal action when a third party wrongfully interferes with a contract or ongoing business relationship. Tortious interference claims arise when another business or person unjustly interferes with the business or contractual relationships of another business. A tortious interference lawsuit allows you to sue the noncontracting person and recover damages for intentional or negligent acts that caused economic harm. Under the dominant view, the elements of the tort are a knowing and improper interference in the contracts or business relations of another. Fill out the online contact form to schedule your free consultation. It does not need to be a contractual relationship with an existing contract. But prior business dealings are required. 3. California Federal Court Concluded that Ninth Circuit Precedent Dictated Remand of Oakland and San Francisco Climate Cases.