In Klahn v. Klahn (2025), the Nebraska Court of Appeals clarified when judges can modify parenting time and child support—and when they can’t. The case explains limits on redefining parenting plans, reducing daily phone calls, and choosing the correct child support worksheet.

Scott Frost is suing the University of Nebraska over alleged mishandling of his coaching buyout and tax reporting. The case raises bigger questions about employment contracts, offset clauses, and “phantom income” that matter far beyond college football. This post breaks down what the lawsuit claims and why it matters under Nebraska law.

Nebraska law doesn’t require a specific font for a valid will—but that doesn’t mean formatting is irrelevant. In real probate cases, wills are scanned, copied, and relied on by clerks, courts, and families under stress. Poor readability, cramped margins, or handwritten changes can create confusion, delay probate, or spark disputes, even when a will is technically valid. This article explains what Nebraska law actually requires, why “boring” formatting is often the safest choice, and how simple layout decisions can help your estate plan hold up in the real world.

Social media plays a bigger role in Nebraska divorce and custody cases than most people realize. Judges and attorneys regularly use posts, photos, messages, and even “private” content as evidence when evaluating credibility, co-parenting behavior, financial honesty, and the best interests of the child. A single screenshot can affect parenting time, support, or how the court views your judgment. This guide explains how your online activity is discovered, why deleting old posts can lead to legal trouble, and what you should—and shouldn’t—share while your case is active.

Planning for your pets isn’t just sentimental—it’s a real legal issue in Nebraska. Because pets are treated as property under state law, they aren’t automatically protected if you’re hospitalized or pass away. A Will alone won’t cover them during an emergency, and leaving money “to” a pet isn’t legally possible. The good news is Nebraska law gives you strong tools, including Pet Trusts under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-3834, to make sure your animals are cared for exactly the way you intend. With the right mix of a Power of Attorney, a Will or Trust, and clear care instructions, you can prevent your pets from ending up in a shelter and give your caregiver everything they need to step in confidently when life doesn’t go according to plan.

Nebraska winters can turn parenting time into a safety dilemma. Courts don’t expect you to drive a child through white-out conditions, but they do expect clear communication, proof of dangerous weather, and a genuine effort to protect the other parent’s time. Learn how to handle blizzards, make-up parenting time, and avoid contempt during Nebraska’s harsh winter months.

Ugly Christmas sweaters are fun to wear, but the artwork and branding printed on them are often protected under copyright, trademark, and Nebraska’s Right of Publicity laws. Whether you’re buying one or planning to sell holiday merch online, it’s important to understand who owns the design and when a license is required. This guide explains how IP law applies to holiday apparel and what you need to know before turning a festive idea into a business.

Updating your will isn’t always straightforward, and many people in Nebraska aren’t sure whether they should add a codicil or start fresh with a new will. While a codicil can handle small updates like replacing an executor or correcting basic information, bigger changes—like adding children, removing a beneficiary, or updating how major assets are distributed—are usually better handled with a new will. Nebraska law requires codicils to follow the same signing and witnessing formalities as a will, so “quick fixes” can backfire if the change affects your overall plan. A clean, updated will is often the best way to avoid confusion, prevent probate delays, and ensure your wishes are honored.

Estate planning looks different when you own a business. With the new $15 million federal exemption now in place, most Nebraska business owners no longer need to plan out of fear of a federal tax hit. But the risks aren’t gone — they’ve shifted. Nebraska inheritance tax, probate delays, and unclear succession planning can still derail a company, disrupt operations, and leave family members or business partners in conflict. A trust-based plan, aligned with your operating agreement and funded buy-sell strategy, helps protect the business you’ve built and ensures someone you trust can step in immediately if something happens. If you own a business in Nebraska, estate planning is now less about taxes and more about continuity, privacy, and control.

Launching a business takes more than filing paperwork. In Nebraska, formation also requires steps like newspaper publication and biennial reporting — details many new owners overlook. A Nebraska business attorney can help you choose the right structure, draft strong contracts, and stay compliant so your business is protected from day one and built to scale with confidence.

If every message from your co-parent creates stress, uncertainty, or fear, you’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it. Nebraska courts look beyond “who sent a mean text” and focus on patterns that affect a child’s stability and emotional safety. This post breaks down what coercive communication looks like, how it impacts kids, and when legal options become appropriate.

Feeling stuck living with your spouse during a divorce? You’re not alone. In Nebraska, it’s common for one spouse to refuse to move out or cooperate with selling the home, leaving both people living in tension and uncertainty. The good news is that you don’t have to wait until the divorce is finalized to fix the situation. Nebraska courts can issue Temporary Orders granting exclusive possession of the home, setting financial expectations, and protecting parenting time while the case moves forward. If the living situation has become unworkable, there are legal options to help you create space, stability, and a path forward — even when your spouse refuses to cooperate

If you’re dealing with divorce, custody, parenting time, or support issues in Nebraska, the most important thing you can do is get organized. Judges base decisions on documented facts, not assumptions or competing narratives. That means things like exportable text messages, financial statements, calendars, school records, and medical documentation matter. My role is to help you understand what evidence the court considers relevant under the Nebraska Parenting Act, how to collect it legally, and how to present it in a way that strengthens—not complicates—your case.

Spotify Wrapped might feel like a fun snapshot of your year, but in a Nebraska courtroom it can function as digital evidence. Streaming apps keep detailed logs of what was played, when, and on which device—information that can matter in divorce, custody, criminal, and employment cases. Nebraska courts treat Spotify data just like texts or emails: it has to be relevant, properly authenticated, and proportional to the dispute. While playlists rarely decide a case on their own, they can quietly support or undermine a timeline. If you’re facing a legal issue where digital evidence might play a role, it’s important to understand how Nebraska’s rules apply to your apps, devices, and online activity.

The Tyson plant closure in Lexington is more than a local news story—it’s a financial and family-law crisis for thousands of Nebraska parents. When a major employer shuts down, it can reshape child support obligations, parenting schedules, and even whether a parent can stay in the community. Nebraska courts don’t automatically adjust support or approve relocation just because a job disappears, so parents need to act quickly, document everything, and understand how the Child Support Guidelines and Farnsworth relocation rules apply after a mass layoff. This guide explains what to do now to protect your rights, avoid arrears, and keep your children’s lives as stable as possible during a sudden job loss.

Divorcing with stepkids in Nebraska creates a confusing mix of emotional ties and legal limits. Most stepparents have no financial obligations after the decree, but they also have very limited rights to visitation unless they adopted the child or can meet Nebraska’s strict in loco parentis standard. This post breaks down what you can—and can’t—expect under Nebraska law, with practical guidance for navigating the transition.

Estate planning isn’t just for retirees anymore. If you live in Nebraska and use Venmo, Cash App, crypto, Robinhood, or online banking, you already have an estate—and those digital accounts can be locked forever if something happens to you. This guide breaks down how Nebraska law treats your digital assets, why partners get nothing without a will, and the simple steps millennials and Gen Z can take to protect their money, passwords, and online life.

Black Friday feels like the perfect time to grab new tech for your business, but for many Nebraska owners, the real danger isn’t missing a deal—it’s ignoring the legal and cybersecurity gaps that quietly build all year. Outdated operating agreements, old employee logins, weak access controls, and stale contracts create far more risk than any laptop you buy on sale. This post breaks down why small businesses face their biggest threats between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, how Nebraska’s default LLC rules can work against you, and the simple legal fixes that actually protect your company heading into 2026.

When an aging parent starts to decline, Nebraska families often wonder whether they truly need to go through guardianship — or if a Power of Attorney is enough. In Nebraska, the process is unique: judges must use the “least restrictive alternative,” Court Visitors investigate the parent’s situation, and guardianship and conservatorship carry serious reporting duties. This guide breaks down how those roles work, when a POA can avoid court altogether, and when guardianship becomes the only safe option. If you’re trying to protect a parent’s dignity while keeping them safe, this is a practical place to start.

A smear campaign during a Nebraska custody or divorce case isn’t just drama—it can damage your reputation, confuse your kids, and affect how judges view your parenting. This guide explains what a smear campaign looks like, how it harms children, and the steps Nebraska parents can take to document the behavior, protect their mental health, and strengthen their case under the Nebraska Parenting Act.