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Protecting Your Business from Unfair Practices, Misconduct & Economic Harm

Business torts can have serious financial consequences for your company, whether it’s reputational damage, lost profits, or disrupted contracts. Legal action may be the only way to recover losses and protect your future when another party’s wrongful actions harm your business.

At Hone Law, our Nevada business tort lawyers handle high-stakes commercial disputes involving fraud, misrepresentation, interference with business relationships, and other unlawful conduct. We represent clients throughout Nevada and across the U.S. in complex litigation.

If your business has been wronged, we’re ready to help. Contact us today at 702-608-3720 to schedule a consultation.

What Is a Business Tort?

Business torts—also known as economic torts—are wrongful acts committed by an individual or business that result in financial loss to another business. These claims often involve intentional misconduct or negligent actions that interfere with normal business operations, relationships, or contractual obligations.

Common examples of business torts include:

  • Fraudulent inducement and misrepresentation
  • Tortious interference with contracts or business relationships
  • Breach of fiduciary duty
  • Unjust enrichment and quantum meruit claims
  • Misappropriation of trade secrets
  • Acts of bad faith or breach of implied covenants

Why Business Torts Matter in Nevada

Nevada law provides legal remedies for businesses harmed by the wrongful actions of others. For example:

  • Nevada’s Uniform Trade Secrets Act allows companies to pursue damages for misappropriation and unjust enrichment when trade secrets are stolen.
  • Civil claims can be brought against competitors or former employees who sabotage contractual relationships or steal proprietary information.
  • Businesses can recover compensation for economic losses—even if a contract doesn’t exist—under theories like quantum meruit and unjust enrichment.

These protections are vital in maintaining fair competition and holding bad actors accountable.

Types of Business Torts We Handle

Fraudulent Inducement & Misrepresentation

If your business entered into an agreement or transaction based on false statements or concealed facts, you may have a claim for fraudulent inducement or intentional misrepresentation. These torts occur when one party knowingly makes a false statement to deceive another into taking action.

We help clients recover damages for fraudulent misstatements related to:

Tortious Interference with Contractual Relations

Tortious interference occurs when a third party intentionally disrupts an existing contract or business relationship, causing economic harm. This might involve:

  • Persuading someone to break a contract with your company
  • Sabotaging ongoing negotiations
  • Disrupting supplier or client relationships

If another party interfered with your business for their own gain, you may be entitled to compensation.

Unjust Enrichment & Quantum Meruit Claims

Sometimes, one party benefits at the expense of another without a formal contract in place. Under unjust enrichment or quantum meruit, your business may be entitled to recover the value of services or benefits provided, even without a signed agreement.

These claims often arise in cases involving:

  • Failed partnerships or ventures
  • Services rendered without full payment
  • Work performed based on good faith expectations

Bad Faith & Breach of Implied Covenants

In every business contract, there is an implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. When a party acts in bad faith—by undermining or sabotaging a contract—they may be liable for damages.

Examples include:

  • Deliberate contract breaches
  • Withholding performance to force renegotiation
  • Using unfair tactics to deprive your business of the contract’s benefits

We pursue claims for both bad faith conduct and breach of implied covenants in contractual relationships.

How to Protect Your Business from Torts

While business tort law offers remedies when harm occurs, proactive steps can reduce your risk of legal disputes:

  • Draft clear, enforceable contracts that outline each party’s obligations and remedies.
  • Use NDAs and confidentiality agreements to protect trade secrets and proprietary data.
  • Monitor your digital and public reputation, and address false or misleading claims immediately.
  • Document all communications and business dealings in writing to strengthen your legal position.

Even with strong protections, business torts can still occur. When they do, it’s critical to act quickly with the support of an experienced legal team.

Why Choose Hone Law for Your Business Tort Case?

Business tort claims are often complex, involving high-value damages, intricate relationships, and strategic litigation. At Hone Law, our dedicated team is not afraid to take on tough cases that other firms shy away from.

We help businesses:

  • Analyze the legal merits of your claim
  • Explore resolution options, including settlement or alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
  • Prepare for litigation when necessary
  • Protect long-term business interests and reputation

Our attorneys understand the nuances of Nevada business law and how to build strong, persuasive cases that stand up in and out of court.

Work with Hone Law to Protect What You’ve Built

If your company has suffered harm due to fraud, interference, misrepresentation, or other business torts, we’re here to help. Hone Law is ready to discuss your situation and learn how we can help protect your business.

Contact us at 702-608-3720 or through our online contact form to schedule a confidential consultation.

FAQ

What Are Business Torts?

Business tort law revolves around “torts,” which are wrongful acts against a business that cause an economic loss of some kind. Some torts are intentional, such as if a CEO sells trade secrets to a competitor, but a tort can also be due to negligence.

Torts fall into multiple categories.

Types of Torts

Remedies are available for multiple types of torts, including but not limited to:

Breach of Contract

Failing to fulfill part of a contract can have a negative effect on a business, and damages can be sought. For example, if you prepared for the launch of a product and promoted it, and a supplier failed to deliver the goods, it is a breach of contract that can cause significant losses.

Breach of Fiduciary Duty

Certain stakeholders and employees within the business may have a fiduciary duty that must be upheld. In partnerships, this duty also exists. A partner must act within the best interest of the business and not in their own interest.

Fraudulent Misrepresentation

Deals require all parties to be honest. Fraudulent misrepresentation can cause significant financial harm because businesses may enter deals without knowing all of the facts.

Libel in Trade

Trade libel occurs when false statements are made against a business’s products or services, causing harm to the company’s reputation and potential financial loss. Libel can cause a loss of business.

Theft of Trade Secrets

Businesses rely on trade secrets to maintain a competitive advantage and differentiate their product or service from the competition. A secret recipe or way of manufacturing a good provides economic value to the business.

If these trade secrets are stolen or sold, a business tort lawyer can seek damages on behalf of the business.

Tortious Interference

If you have a deal or relationship with a party and another party intentionally interferes with it, their action may be considered tortious interference. Meddling with agreements and relationships can cause financial harm to both parties.

Unfair Competition

When another party tries to market a product that is confusingly similar to yours, it may be considered unfair competition. With this type of tort, the aim of the defendant is to confuse consumers as to the source of the product.

A business torts lawyer can help you seek justice for the damages to your business. Tort laws are designed to protect owners and the businesses they create, and it’s in your right to seek remedies.

What Remedies Are Available for Tort Claims?

Several remedies are available for business torts, depending on the facts and circumstances of the case. Some of the most common include:

  • Compensatory damages: Compensation will be based on the amount of money lost because of the defendant’s conduct.
  • Punitive damages: If the defendant’s actions were particularly egregious, reckless or malicious, punitive damages may be awarded.
  • Injunctive relief: The court may order the defendant to refrain from acting in a certain way or to take certain actions. Injunctive relief is typically granted only when no other remedy is available.

Other remedies may also be available, but the primary aim is to compensate the business for the harm it has suffered.

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