In a compelling legal battle that underscores the importance of timely legal representation, David Casillas has filed a lawsuit against Roberts Markland LLP and attorney Robert Cantu. The complaint was lodged in the District Court of Harris County, Texas, on March 28, 2025. Casillas accuses the defendants of negligence and legal malpractice related to their handling of his personal injury claim.
David Casillas, a resident of Wilson County, Texas, alleges that he retained Roberts Markland LLP and Robert Cantu in 2021 to represent him in a personal injury case against his employer, Walmart. However, according to Casillas, the defendants failed to file the necessary lawsuit within the statute of limitations period. It wasn't until December 2024 that Casillas discovered no action had been taken on his behalf when he met with partners at Roberts Markland LLP who admitted that no case had been filed. "Defendants never filed suit to protect Mr. Casillas’ rights," states the complaint, accusing them of hiding the true status of his case for years.
The lawsuit outlines several instances of alleged negligence by Roberts Markland LLP and Robert Cantu. These include failing to sue within the applicable limitations period, not fully representing Casillas zealously, allowing the statute of limitations to expire on his claims, failing to act as reasonable attorneys should have under similar circumstances, and neglecting to properly advise or investigate on behalf of their client. Each failure is cited as a breach of duty that proximately caused significant damages to Casillas.
Casillas seeks monetary relief exceeding $1 million from the court for past and future pain and suffering, mental anguish, medical bills, lost wages, and any other claims he would have been entitled to if his original personal injury case had been handled correctly. He also requests compensation for fees paid to the defendants and any difference in recovery amount due to their alleged negligence. Furthermore, he demands prejudgment and post-judgment interest at maximum rates allowed by law.
Represented by Ross A. Sears II from Sears Crawford L.L.P., David Casillas is pursuing justice through this lawsuit (Case ID: 2025-21041) filed in Harris County's 129th Judicial District Court. As this legal drama unfolds under Judge Christopher Matthews' oversight, it serves as a stark reminder of the critical role attorneys play in safeguarding their clients' rights.