Statute of Limitations
2-year statute of limitations for personal injury with discovery rule. Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) provides additional cause of action with potential treble damages. Texas HB 18 (2023) restricts social media for minors and provides additional regulatory framework.
2028-06-30
Where to File in Texas
Texas social media addiction cases can be filed in the district court of the county where the plaintiff resides or where the defendant conducts business. Harris County (Houston), Dallas County, Bexar County (San Antonio), and Travis County (Austin) handle the largest volume of complex litigation. Federal claims are filed in the Southern District (Houston), Northern District (Dallas), Western District (San Antonio/Austin), or Eastern District (Tyler). The Texas AG's office has opened investigations into social media companies.
Exposure in Texas
Source: Pew Research / TX estimates
Source: Texas Legislature
Source: TX Health and Human Services