Emily Was Involved in a Business Dispute with Jacob

question 17

Multiple Choice

Emily was involved in a business dispute with Jacob. During a private conversation with Jacob, Emily threatened to spread a rumor that he was having an affair with her unless he agreed to sign a certain document. She knew that that rumor was entirely untrue, but she also knew that Jacob was afraid of upsetting his wife, who is very jealous. On the basis of those facts alone, which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Emily is liable to Jacob for the tort of interference with contractual relations.
• B) Emily is not liable to Jacob.
• C) Emily is liable to Jacob for the tort of defamation.
• D) Emily is liable to Jacob for the tort of nuisance.
• E) Emily is liable to Jacob for the tort of deceit.

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