Judge allows Weslaco cheerleader wrongful death lawsuit to move forward
· KRGV (NBC 5)
A Hidalgo County judge has allowed the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Weslaco cheerleader Larissa Rodriguez against Glazer’s Beer and Beverage to proceed. Rodriguez died in October 2025 due to an enlarged heart, linked to high caffeine intake from Alani energy drinks. The distributor sought to pause the lawsuit while appealing a ruling that denied its request for dismissal. The judge ruled that the case will continue, allowing both parties to exchange evidence as they prepare for trial. The appeals process may take 60 to 90 days, with no additional hearings scheduled yet.
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