Nebraska high school athletes may have opportunities to earn money from their name, image, and likeness, but accepting a deal involves more than agreeing on a price. Current NSAA restrictions, the athlete’s age, the contract language, management of a minor’s funds, future college rules, and an existing parenting plan may all matter. This Nebraska-specific guide explains the questions families should examine before an athlete signs an agreement or publishes sponsored content.

Turning 19 changes the legal relationship between a Nebraska parent and a young adult with a disability, but it does not make guardianship automatic. This guide explains Nebraska’s least-restrictive-alternative standard, the difference between limited and full guardianship, the role of powers of attorney and other alternatives, current special-education guidance, the county-court process, and the responsibilities that follow an appointment.

When a Nebraska business owner loses the ability to manage financial or business affairs, family status alone does not determine who may act. Authority may depend on the power of attorney, operating agreement, bylaws, trust, existing management structure, bank documents, or a court order. This article explains how Nebraska law treats business powers of attorney, member-managed LLC interests, corporate voting, ordinary conservatorships, and emergency temporary conservatorships—and why authority over an owner’s interest is not always the same as authority to bind the company.

Nebraska guardianship law does not exist to stop every bad decision. Using Russell Casse from Independence Day as a memorable example, this article explains the difference between reckless choices and legal incapacity, why medical or professional evidence matters, and how Nebraska courts decide whether guardianship, conservatorship, or a less restrictive alternative is appropriate.

Nebraska families face estate-planning issues that generic national advice often misses. This article explains how Nebraska inheritance tax, probate, Transfer on Death deeds, beneficiary designations, divorce, remarriage, farms, family businesses, guardianship, and conservatorship planning can affect the transfer of wealth from one generation to the next.

Choosing who should serve as your power of attorney in Nebraska is less about naming the person closest to you and more about choosing someone who can actually do the job. This article explains the difference between a financial power of attorney and a health care power of attorney, when a spouse or adult child may be the right choice, when a professional fiduciary may be worth considering, and why recordkeeping, self-dealing, beneficiary changes, and family conflict all matter. It also explains why a power of attorney can reduce the need for court involvement, but cannot guarantee that disputes, guardianship, conservatorship, or probate issues will be avoided.

If you’re caring for an aging parent and you’re the Power of Attorney, it can feel fair to pay yourself. In Nebraska, it may be allowed—but only if it’s authorized, reasonable, and documented. Nebraska’s default rule allows “reasonable compensation” and reimbursement unless the POA says otherwise (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-4012), and agents have strict fiduciary duties and record-keeping obligations (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-4014). This guide explains how to pay yourself the right way, how to avoid “self-dealing” accusations, and what red flags can trigger bank freezes or APS investigations.

Why Stranger Things Is a Surprisingly Good Guide to Nebraska Guardianship Law. What happens when parents can’t safely care for a child? Using Eleven’s story as a real-world lens, this article explains how Nebraska courts handle guardianship, non-parent custody, and the “best interests of the child” standard, including recent law changes that affect who can serve as a guardian. A practical, Nebraska-specific guide for families planning ahead or facing a crisis.

Tony Bennett’s family showed how important it is to plan for dementia early. In this post, I explain key steps for Nebraska families: Durable Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives, Living Wills, and why planning before capacity is lost protects your loved one’s dignity and wishes.

Wendy Williams’ court-ordered guardianship has made headlines, but it also raises bigger questions about adult guardianship, personal autonomy, and how these decisions are made—especially here in Nebraska. In this post, I break down what’s happening in her case, how guardianship works under Nebraska law, and what steps you can take now to protect yourself or someone you love from unnecessary court involvement.

Many Nebraska spouses are surprised to learn that marriage alone does not give them the legal authority to manage finances or make healthcare decisions if their spouse becomes incapacitated. A Nebraska durable power of attorney is essential for protecting yourself and your spouse in the face of dementia, cognitive decline, or other medical challenges. Here’s why acting early matters — and how the right documents can help you avoid court.

If you’ve been appointed as a guardian or conservator in Nebraska—or are concerned about how someone else is handling those responsibilities—this guide explains your rights and legal duties, annual reporting requirements, and how family members or interested persons can petition the court if issues arise.

Thinking about filing for guardianship or conservatorship in Nebraska without an attorney? Learn what the process really involves, why it’s more complex than it looks, and when hiring a lawyer is essential. Nebraska guardianship lawyer explains the risks of self-representation and how to protect your loved one the right way.

If your child with disabilities is approaching age 19 in Nebraska, you may need to consider adult guardianship. Learn what steps to take, what the process looks like, and alternatives like Power of Attorney and Supported Decision-Making Agreements. Here’s what Nebraska families need to know.

Trying to understand the difference between guardianship and conservatorship in Nebraska? Learn which legal option fits your loved one’s needs—whether it’s managing personal decisions, protecting finances, or both. This post explains what each role does and how Nebraska courts handle these cases.

Harvey Milk’s legacy offers valuable lessons for LGBTQ+ estate planning and family law. Learn how his story connects to legacy planning, guardianship, and protecting chosen family — and how Nebraska families can plan ahead.

Power of Attorney and Guardianship are both tools for helping someone make decisions—but they work very differently. This post breaks down how each works under Nebraska law, when they apply, and why planning ahead with a POA can often help you avoid the stress and expense of guardianship.

When an adult can no longer make safe decisions, guardianship may be necessary. This post explains how to get adult guardianship in Nebraska under the state’s updated law, what steps are involved, and how the process protects both the individual and their rights.

Not every guardianship has to mean giving up full control. Nebraska law encourages limited guardianships—customized arrangements that give support where it’s needed while preserving a person’s independence. This post explains how limited guardianship works, when it applies, and why it might be the right legal option for your family.

If you have a loved one with special needs, leaving them money in your will could unintentionally strip them of the benefits they rely on. This blog explains how a Special Needs Trust can protect their eligibility for programs like Medicaid and SSI—while still allowing you to provide meaningful financial support. Learn how these trusts work under Nebraska law, the different types available, and why getting it right matters.