My Spouse Is Keeping the Business in Our Nebraska Divorce. Why Can the Bank Still Come After Me?
When a Nebraska divorce decree gives the family business, and its debt, to one spouse, the other spouse is often surprised to learn the bank may still look to them. Our latest article explains why a divorce decree and a personal guaranty are two different things, what a hold-harmless provision can and can't do, and what to ask your lawyer about releases, refinancing, and protection before you sign a settlement
How Are Marital Debt, Property Values, and Alimony Handled in a Nebraska Divorce?
Paying down a marital loan while your Nebraska divorce is pending doesn't automatically mean dollar-for-dollar credit when the property is divided. This post explains how Nebraska courts classify, value, and divide property and debt, why the valuation date can matter, and how alimony is decided. We also walk through a new Nebraska Court of Appeals memorandum opinion, Haacke v. Haacke, and what it does and doesn't mean. We close with what to gather before you talk with a lawyer and why it's important to keep following temporary orders while your case is pending.
Can a Nebraska Court Order Your Ex to Pay for College After Divorce?
College expenses after a Nebraska divorce can raise questions about age 19, post-majority support, NEST 529 accounts, student loans, and what an existing decree actually requires. This guide explains the difference between minor-child education expenses and agreed post-majority support, along with the drafting, enforcement, modification, and tax issues parents should consider.
How Are Complex Assets, Hidden Funds, and Business Debts Divided in a High-Net-Worth Nebraska Divorce?
Businesses, rental properties, premarital equity, family gifts, luxury assets, and tax liabilities can make a Nebraska divorce unusually complex. Learn how Nebraska courts classify property and debt, why financial tracing matters, and which records can help create a reliable picture of the marital estate.
How Are Personal Injury Settlements and Income Tax Debts Divided in a Nebraska Divorce?
A recent Nebraska Court of Appeals decision shows why financial records matter in divorce. In Bennett v. Bennett, the court addressed how personal injury settlement proceeds, commingled funds, valuation dates, and income tax debt may be handled as part of Nebraska property division. The key takeaway is not that every case will be treated the same, but that classification and tracing matter. If settlement funds, tax debts, separate accounts, or marital debt are part of your divorce, it is important to understand what documents may help the court determine what is marital, what may be nonmarital, and what can actually be proven.
Should We Try “Apartnership” (Living Apart Together) Before Divorce in Nebraska?
If you and your spouse still care about each other but living under the same roof has become nonstop conflict, “apartnership” (Living Apart Together, or LAT) can be a practical step to explore before filing for divorce. In Nebraska, though, LAT isn’t a legal status. Moving into separate homes doesn’t automatically protect you from marital debt, property issues, or parenting disputes unless you put the right structure in place. This guide explains when LAT can help, when it’s unsafe, and the Nebraska-specific legal and parenting risks to think through before you sign a lease or move out.
What Happens If My Spouse Makes a Big Purchase Without Me in Nebraska?
When one spouse makes a major financial decision without the other’s consent—like refinancing the home to buy a luxury car—it can feel like betrayal. In Nebraska, these choices aren’t just emotionally painful; they carry serious legal consequences. This post explains how Nebraska law treats unilateral spending, marital property, and dissipation of assets, and what you can do to protect yourself if your spouse makes a costly decision behind your back.
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