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The second claim is centered around prospective economic relations. This relates to situations where there is no existing contract but an anticipated economic benefit. Using the apple orchard analogy, if someone were to sell their apples directly in front of my property, they would undermine my business's potential without violating any existing contract.
The lawsuit contends that Honey, by replacing affiliate links with its own, disrupts the natural flow of economic relationships creators have with merchants. This tactical disruption prevents creators from earning commissions on sales directed toward merchants, diminishing their economic opportunities.