D.C. Code § 16-2104
When one of several defendants in an action dies after the commencement of the action, his legal representatives may be made parties to the action as directed by Chapter 1 of Title 12.
Dec. 23, 1963, 77 Stat. 585, Pub. L. 88-241, § 1
1973 Ed., § 16-2104.
1981 Ed., § 16-2104.