If a third party unfairly interferes with a business contract or relationship and causes damage, a tortious interference claim may be a viable option. Tortious interference with business relations involves a third party using false claims against a business in order to drive business away.- San Antonio 2002, no pet.) (insurance agents). Applying section 522, Texas courts have set out the following four elements for a cause of action in. 2001), we reverse summary judgment on BAI's claims for tortious interference with prospective business relationships. Therefore, summary judgment in favor of Aetna on BAI's claim for tortious interference with a prospective business relationship is proper. Court determined that in Texas, there is no cause of action for tortious interference with inheritance.3. Pennzoil decided to sue in Texas state court for tortious interference with a contract. And (6) tortious interference with a prospective business relationship. (Id. Tortious interference with a contract; Alternate Dispute Resolution.