If you think you were unlawfully fired, speak to a Santa Clara, CA wrongful termination lawyer as soon as possible to review your legal options. A tortious interference lawsuit allows you to sue the noncontracting person and recover damages for intentional or negligent acts that caused economic harm.When an individual other than an employer intentionally interferes with another individual's employment relationship, and causes them to lose their job. If a third party unfairly interferes with a business contract or relationship and causes damage, a tortious interference claim may be a viable option. Contact a Santa Clara County wrongful termination attorney today at (408) 436-0789 to schedule a free initial consultation. It's illegal to fire an employee for in retaliation for reporting wrongful acts in the workplace, and an assualt is definitely a wrongful act. We conclude that the County is statutorily forbidden from discharging attorneys for exercising their right to sue under the MMBA. Proving to a court that a third party intentionally interfered in a business relationship or contract is complicated. Each employer must fill out an I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. RESTATEMENT (SECOND) OF TORTS §766 cmt. f. (1979).