Legal Question in Personal Injury in Texas
Statute of Limitations with Late Discovery of Cause
We had an explosion in our home due to natural gas. It was first thought to be a natural underground source, but was discovered about a year later to be due to a leak in the local gas company's distribution line (not on homeowners property). Does the statute of limitations for a civil suit in this case begin when the injury occurred, or when it was finally discovered who was at fault?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Statute of Limitations with Late Discovery of Cause
Typically, a cause of action such as this must be brought within two years from the date the incident happenned. There are a few exceptions in certain circumstances, however, they are very narrow.
Re: Statute of Limitations with Late Discovery of Cause
it begins to run when the event occurs; thus the claim must be settled or a lawsuit filed within 2 years of the date of accident. bill featherston
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