Sec. 16.069. COUNTERCLAIM OR CROSS CLAIM. (a) If a counterclaim or cross claim arises out of the same transaction or occurrence that is the basis of an action, a party to the action may file the counterclaim or cross claim even though as a separate action it would be barred by limitation on the date the party's answer is required.
(b) The counterclaim or cross claim must be filed not later than the 30th day after the date on which the party's answer is required.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.
Structure Texas Statutes
Civil Practice and Remedies Code
Title 2 - Trial, Judgment, and Appeal
Subchapter D. Miscellaneous Provisions
Section 16.061. Rights Not Barred
Section 16.062. Effect of Death
Section 16.063. Temporary Absence From State
Section 16.064. Effect of Lack of Jurisdiction
Section 16.065. Acknowledgment of Claim
Section 16.066. Action on Foreign Judgment
Section 16.067. Claim Incurred Prior to Arrival in This State
Section 16.069. Counterclaim or Cross Claim
Section 16.070. Contractual Limitations Period