Rash v. Hilb, Rogal & Hamilton Co.

I

In this appeal, we consider issues that arose during the trial of a suit in equity for a breach of contract, tortious interference with contractual relations, and common law conspiracy.

II

Hilb, Rogal & Hamilton Company of Richmond (HRH) filed its amended bill of complaint against Susan M. Rash, Timothy R. Rash, and Rash & Associates, Inc., a Virginia corporation. HRH alleged that Mr. Rash breached his employment agreement, which included a covenant not to compete. HRH further alleged that Mrs. Rash tortiously interfered with its contractual relations and that Mr. and Mrs. Rash had engaged in…