Lumley v. Gye

118 Eng. Rep. 749 (1853)

Facts

Lumley (P) entered into a contract with Wagnor for her to sing for three months at P's theatre. Wagner then entered into a deal with Gye (D) to sing at D’s theatre for more money. P sued and asked that D pay for damages for maliciously interfering with his contract with Wagnor. D demurred to the complaint, and it was granted. P appealed.