In most cases, you must bring your lawsuit within two years of when the problem arises. There are some cases, however, that have a four-year statute of limitation. It is recommended that you file suit within six months to a year after you have suffered a wrong.
There is a four-year filing deadline on claims, including breach of contract, debt collection lawsuits, and violation of fiduciary obligation. Real estate transactions are also subject to the four-year time restriction.
Small Claims Cases in Texas The limit to the amount that a person can sue for in small claims cases is $20,000.
Failure to Appear If the plaintiff does not appear, the Justice of the Peace will enter an order dismissing the case. This order does not prevent the plaintiff from filing the lawsuit at a later time, if appropriate.