Peña Aleczander secured the dismissal with prejudice of all claims against a client in Hidalgo County litigation arising from a consumer transaction. The ruling ended the client’s involvement in the case before discovery or trial.
The plaintiff added the client to an existing lawsuit and sought to hold him responsible for conduct allegedly connected to a retail business. The client denied that he owned or operated the business, took part in the transaction, or had a partnership, agency, or other relationship that could make him responsible for the alleged conduct.
Peña Aleczander moved to dismiss the claims under Rule 91a of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. The motion argued that the petition did not identify any act, statement, or omission by the client and did not allege facts that supported direct or vicarious liability. The motion also challenged the timing of the claims and the plaintiff’s delay in completing service.
After a hearing on May 26, 2026, the 430th Judicial District Court of Hidalgo County granted the motion. The court dismissed all claims against the client with prejudice, bringing the matter to a close as to him.
