Richardson v. Foster & Sear, L.L.P.

OPINION

ANNE GARDNER, Justice.

Appellant LaShun Richardson, a pro se inmate, appeals from the trial court’s order dismissing his claims against Appellees Foster & Sear, L.L.P. and Scott W. Wert (collectively, “Foster & Sear”) for failing to serve them with notice of suit under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (“DTPA”). We reverse and remand.

Background

Richardson’s father, Willie Richardson, hired Foster & Sear to represent him for a personal injury claim resulting from asbestos exposure. Willie died before resolution of the claim. Richardson and his sister— Willie’s only heirs — agreed to…