Q: If you get money in a settlement and it runs out, can you sue again - medical costs are just too high.
A:
You need to consult with a Texas attorney. If you were represented by an attorney, your attorney should have the file documents, including a release if one was signed. I do not practice in Texas but I noticed your question was not picked up by anyone and it moved to the back pages.
As a general matter, when a person settles a case, they typically sign a release. That release often contains provisions memorializing the fact that money received is deemed to satisfy all claims and expenses related to a case. But you should check with an attorney about your particular case.
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