When Does a Minor Child Need a Conservatorship in Nebraska?
When a child receives a settlement, inheritance, insurance payment, or significant contract income, the amount is only part of the legal analysis. Nebraska law provides limited $40,000 statutory pathways, but the source of the money, the governing documents, and the child’s need for protection may determine whether a conservatorship, a narrower protective arrangement, or another structure should be considered.
Did You Get Sick After Eating at Taco Bell in Nebraska? What Should You Know About the Cyclospora Investigation?
Federal officials are investigating a five-state Cyclospora outbreak associated with shredded iceberg lettuce served at certain Taco Bell locations. Nebraska DHHS had not connected any Nebraska case to that outbreak as of its July 16 release. This article explains the current public-health information, the Nebraska legal principles that may apply, and the records a person should consider preserving.
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.
How Do You Co-Parent in Nebraska when Your Ex is Struggling with Mental Illness?
When your ex is struggling with mental illness, co-parenting can feel like walking a tightrope between protecting your child and protecting a person you once loved. In this post, I walk through what Nebraska law actually says about custody and mental health, why running straight to court often makes things worse, and how thoughtful, collaborative planning — not courtroom combat — tends to produce the best outcomes for kids and families. Plus a practical FAQ for the questions Nebraska parents are really asking.
Can a Nebraska Driver Bring a PTSD Claim Against a Pedestrian’s Estate After a Fatal Crash?
A recent Lincoln case raises an unusual but important Nebraska legal question: can a driver bring a PTSD claim against a deceased pedestrian’s estate after a fatal crash? This article breaks down the Nebraska cases, probate claim rules, comparative-fault issues, and insurance limits that may shape that kind of lawsuit, while keeping the focus on what families, personal representatives, and readers should actually understand about estate-related claims.
Are Ozempic Lawsuits Worth Filing in 2025? What Nebraska Patients Should Know
Ozempic (semaglutide), the popular diabetes and weight loss drug, is now facing thousands of lawsuits nationwide. Patients allege Novo Nordisk failed to warn about severe side effects like stomach paralysis, vision loss, and gallbladder disease. As of August 2025, more than 2,000 cases have been consolidated in federal court, and claims are still growing. In Nebraska, patients have just four years to file a product liability claim, making it crucial to act quickly. Learn what these lawsuits mean, what compensation may be available, and how to protect your legal rights.
Amy Lynn Bradley Went Missing at Sea—What Legal Responsibilities Do Cruise Lines Have When a Passenger Goes Missing?
In 1998, Amy Lynn Bradley vanished from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship without a trace. Her story made international headlines—and exposed serious gaps in how cruise lines respond when a passenger goes missing. In this post, we break down the legal responsibilities cruise companies have under U.S. maritime law, what protections exist for passengers, and what families can do if tragedy strikes at sea. If you’re wondering what your rights are after a cruise ship injury, disappearance, or wrongful death, this article offers clear, practical guidance.
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