Hawkins v. Anderson

SPARLING, Justice.

Appellant Hawkins appeals an order dismissing this case for lack of jurisdiction over the subject matter. Appellant contends that she properly pleaded a cause of action within the court’s jurisdiction and, alternatively, that the court erred by overruling her motions for new trial and for leave to amend her petition. We agree and reverse.

Alleging negligence, appellant filed in the county court at law an original petition seeking $4,750 in damages for personal injuries. In a pleading entitled “First Supplemental Petition,” appellant incorporated by reference the allegations…