Betty Meshwert, Petitioner v. Gene Meshwert, Respondent

Summary

The Texas Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Civil Appeals, holding that a motion "reasonably explaining" a late filing under Rule 21c requires only a plausible statement showing the failure was due to mistake, inadvertence, or mischance and must be filed within fifteen days. The Court also held it lacks jurisdiction to review the sufficiency of evidence supporting attorneys' fees. Justice Reavley, concurring, warned that Rule 21c could be abused to extend appellate timelines.