Ever lost a major client because a competitor swooped in and sabotaged your deal? In Florida, that’s not just bad business—it could be grounds for a lawsuit. Business interference, or tortious interference, happens when someone intentionally disrupts your existing or prospective business relationships. Florida courts take these claims seriously, but the burden is on you to prove every element.
To win, you must show: (1) a valid business relationship or expectancy, (2) the other party’s knowledge of that relationship, (3) intentional and unjustified interference, and (4) actual damages. Florida courts, following cases like Tamiami Trail Tours, Inc. v. Cotton, demand clear evidence. If your competitor simply competed fairly, that’s not enough. But if they used underhanded tactics—like spreading false information or inducing a breach—you may have a strong claim.
Act fast. Evidence can disappear quickly, and Florida’s statute of limitations for tortious interference is typically four years, but waiting risks losing leverage. Preserve all communications, contracts, and witness statements. Our firm moves quickly to secure evidence, file suit, and pursue damages or injunctions to stop ongoing interference. Don’t let competitors undermine your hard work—know your rights and act decisively.
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Written by:
Gil Sánchez, Esq.
CEO | Civil Trial Attorney
Black Rock Trial Lawyers
Abogados Law
