Taylor Swift’s “Wood” may play with luck and superstition, but when it comes to protecting your future, estate planning isn’t about knocking on wood—it’s about having the right legal documents in place. In Nebraska, myths like “I’m too young for a will” or “the state gets everything if I don’t have one” can leave families unprotected. This post breaks down the most common estate planning myths and explains the real tools—like wills, powers of attorney, and transfer-on-death deeds—that safeguard your wishes at every stage of life.

Taylor Swift’s “Elizabeth Taylor” is about legacy, reinvention, and what endures after we’re gone. In this post, we explore how Nebraskans can plan their own legacies through wills, trusts, charitable giving, and even protecting creative works—ensuring that what matters most lives on.

Inspired by Taylor Swift’s “Opalite,” this post explores how estate planning in Nebraska can be a form of healing after divorce or loss. Learn why updating wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and beneficiary designations isn’t just a legal step—it’s a way to reclaim clarity, protect your loved ones, and move forward with peace of mind.

Taylor Swift’s new track “Father Figure” dives into themes of power, loyalty, and control—struggles that echo in Nebraska custody disputes. In this post, we explore how Nebraska custody law addresses parental alienation, power dynamics, and a child’s voice in court, all through the lens of Swift’s cultural commentary.

Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” pulls back the curtain on what the spotlight hides—and Nebraska family law is much the same. Custody, guardianship, and divorce cases involve emotional labor, strategy, and advocacy that most clients never see until they’re living it.

Taylor Swift’s new song “The Fate of Ophelia” imagines rescue where Shakespeare wrote tragedy. Nebraska guardianship law serves a similar purpose — protecting vulnerable loved ones from being left unprotected. Learn how the guardianship process works, what alternatives exist, and why early planning matters.

Going through a divorce, custody dispute, or guardianship in Nebraska isn’t just a legal challenge—it’s an emotional one. Many clients find that therapy provides the tools to manage stress, make clearer decisions, and present themselves more effectively in court. This article explains how therapy can support your legal case, protect your children’s well-being, and why Nebraska judges often view it as a sign of strength, not weakness.

Domestic violence is not just physical—it can include emotional abuse, financial control, and intimidation that leave survivors feeling trapped. In Nebraska, the law provides strong protections, from protection orders and emergency custody to guardianships that safeguard children and vulnerable adults. During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, our firm stands with survivors by offering compassionate legal guidance and connecting them with critical resources. If you or someone you love is facing abuse, you are not alone—and legal help is available.

Searches for the 25th Amendment have spiked amid the government shutdown and debates about presidential fitness. Nebraska attorney Zach Anderson explains what the amendment really does, why it’s trending now, and what it means for Nebraskans.

Being named Executor of a Nebraska estate isn’t about making personal choices — it’s about following the law. Executors must carry out the will exactly as written, pay debts and taxes before distributing property, and act in the estate’s best interests. When they overstep, beneficiaries can petition the court for removal or even hold the Executor personally liable. This guide explains what Executors can and cannot do, why legal advice is critical, and how beneficiaries can protect their rights under Nebraska probate law.

Most families have wills, powers of attorney, or trust documents—but when asked where they’re kept, the answer is often “around somewhere.” In Nebraska, if your loved ones can’t locate the originals quickly, those documents may be treated as revoked, leaving your family unprotected. This article explains the risks, highlights Nebraska law on lost wills and safe deposit boxes, and gives you an actionable checklist to ensure your estate plan is accessible in an emergency.

Thinking about disinheriting someone for bad behavior? Nebraska law makes it more complicated than it sounds. While you can generally disinherit most heirs, vague “crime clauses” in wills and trusts often fail and lead to costly court battles. Learn why Nebraska’s slayer statute already covers certain situations, what rights spouses and minor children still have, and smarter alternatives like incentive trusts that actually work.

Divorce is never easy—especially when children are caught in the middle. In Nebraska, custody decisions hinge on the “best interests of the child,” but what does that really mean for parents? This post explores how to shift from reactive parenting to intentional parenting, how to support your child’s emotions without “fixing” them, and how Nebraska courts evaluate custody and parenting plans under § 42-364. If you’re facing divorce, learn how to protect your kids’ well-being while also strengthening your custody case.

The FTC’s record-breaking $2.5 billion settlement with Amazon over deceptive Prime sign-ups is big news for consumers and businesses alike. Millions may qualify for refunds—some up to $51 each—and Amazon has agreed to overhaul its cancellation process. This post breaks down what happened, how refunds will work, and why Nebraska’s Automatic Renewal Offer Law (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 59-1601) makes compliance even more important for local businesses.

When Des Moines’ superintendent was arrested by ICE under a final order of removal, it raised tough questions about immigration, hiring, and public trust. For Nebraska employers, this case underscores the state’s E-Verify mandate under the Taxpayer Transparency Act and the importance of rigorous I-9 verification. Our post explains what happened, the legal fallout, and why compliance matters for Nebraska schools, public employers, and families.

Forming a Nebraska LLC online is quick and inexpensive, but filing alone doesn’t protect your personal assets. Many business owners are surprised to learn that without meeting Nebraska’s publication requirement, keeping an operating agreement, separating finances, and filing biennial reports, their LLC can be disregarded in court. Judges can pierce the corporate veil in minutes—leaving homes, savings, and personal property exposed. Learn the steps that actually protect your Nebraska LLC and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Many Nebraskans believe the First Amendment protects them from being fired for what they say at work or on social media. The truth is more complicated. In Nebraska, most private employees have limited speech protections because of at-will employment, though exceptions exist under federal law, whistleblower statutes, and Nebraska’s public policy exception. Public employees do have First Amendment rights, but courts balance those rights against workplace efficiency. This post explains how free speech at work really works in Nebraska and answers the most common questions employees have about their rights.

The U.S. Department of Justice has demanded Nebraska’s full, unredacted voter registration database—including dates of birth, driver’s license numbers, and partial Social Security numbers. Nebraska law, however, explicitly protects this information as confidential. Advocacy groups are suing to block the release, and state officials are weighing how to respond. Our latest post breaks down the legal battle, the risks for voters, and what this showdown means for Nebraska’s privacy and elections.

When last week’s highly publicized rapture prediction didn’t happen, it left many people questioning more than just faith—it raised legal questions too. While courts won’t decide whether prophecy is true, they have been asked to weigh in when beliefs about the rapture intersect with real-world duties, like funeral instructions or consumer fraud. From lawsuits over cremation disputes to claims against apocalyptic YouTube channels, these cases show how law and faith collide. For Nebraskans, the takeaway is clear: if your beliefs shape your end-of-life wishes, the best protection is putting them in enforceable legal documents.

Recording workouts has become part of gym culture—but in Nebraska, privacy laws set clear limits. This post explains what’s legal (and illegal) when it comes to filming yourself or others at the gym, including locker room restrictions, one-party consent rules, and gym policy enforcement. Learn how to protect your rights and avoid legal trouble.