Texas continues to crack down on drunk driving, and 2025 has brought some updates every driver should know. Penalties for DWIs remain severe, including license suspension, steep fines, and possible jail time—even for a first offense. In 2025, Texas courts are also taking a closer look at ignition interlock requirements and repeat offender penalties. This…
Slipped on a wet grocery store floor? Hurt by a broken step or loose handrail? If you were injured on someone else’s property, you may have a premises liability claim. Understanding your legal rights is the first step toward recovering compensation. What is premises liability? Property owners in Texas and Oklahoma are legally required to…
Most people walk away from a car crash with adrenaline pumping and no clear game plan. Even a minor accident can leave you confused about your next steps. And with car accidents on the rise in Grayson, Collin, Cooke, Fannin, and Bryan counties, it is more important than ever to know what to do if…
Getting arrested can be terrifying. Whether it’s your first time or not, the legal system moves fast and not always in your favor. What you do in those first few hours can affect the rest of your case. Here’s what you need to know: Say as little as possible. You have the right to remain…
As many hit the water this summer, questions around boating rights and law enforcement authority are surfacing alongside the waves. While boating often brings a sense of freedom, that freedom can feel very different depending on where you launch. Florida recently passed a major new law that limits when officers can stop boats, and it’s…
A new law is going into effect in Texas, and it’s a major win for accident victims and the integrity of the legal profession. As of September 1, 2025, House Bill 4325 gives victims real power to fight back against attorneys who cross the line with unethical and illegal solicitation. These practices like unsolicited calls,…
Memorial Day Weekend is one of the busiest and riskiest times of the year in Texas and Oklahoma. From boating accidents and DWI/DUIs to backyard injuries and firework mishaps, this holiday marks a sharp uptick in personal injury and criminal cases across the state. At Bill Kennedy Law, we’ve spent years representing individuals and families…
As the 89th Texas Legislature approaches its conclusion on June 2, 2025, several significant bills are poised to reshape the state’s legal framework. From criminal justice reforms to changes in personal injury litigation, these developments warrant close attention from legal professionals and the public alike. Criminal Law Reforms: Bail and Penalty Enhancements Governor Greg Abbott…
Big changes are happening across Texas, and some of them could affect your daily life, whether you own a home, drive a car, or run a small business. At Bill Kennedy Law, we believe in keeping our community informed and prepared. Here are three new laws worth knowing: 1.No More Yearly Car Inspections Starting in…
As the Texas House of Representatives prepares to vote on a bill that would cap jury verdicts, even in cases of extreme negligence, something deeply troubling is happening on our highways. A California-based company is now running 80,000-pound semi-trucks between Dallas and Houston with no one behind the wheel. These fully autonomous trucks are being…