Sosa v. Central Power & Light

This case involves the construction of Rule 63 of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. The question is whether Rule 4 governs the computation of the time period in Rule 63. Rule 63 provides that an amended pleading requires leave of court if it is filed within seven days of trial. Because we conclude Rule 4 does govern, we reverse the judgment of the court of appeals and remand the case to the trial court for further proceedings. Tex.R.App.P. 170.

Lydia Sosa and her children sued Central Power & Light, Houston Lighting & Power Company, and General Electric for the wrongful death of Lydia’s…