What Can Stranger Things Teach Us About Guardianship and Child Custody in Nebraska?

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.