Pandemic Liability Protection Act Bars Widow's Claim Against Husband's Employer

A Texas appellate court upheld the summary dismissal of a widow’s claim against her late husband’s employer for his death from COVID-19 as barred by state law. Case: Gonzalez v. CS Auto Ltd., No. 13-23-00269-CV, 03/13/2025, published. Facts: South Texas Buick GMC remained open for business throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Leonzo Gonzalez worked for the dealership, and he fell ill in July 2020. He was later diagnosed with COVID-19, hospitalized and died. Procedural history: Gonzalez’s widow filed suit against South Texas Buick GMC, alleging claims for premises liability, ...