How Does Nebraska Law Support Indigenous Communities? A Reflection for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Nebraska’s Indigenous communities continue to shape the state’s legal and cultural landscape. This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, explore how Nebraska law intersects with tribal sovereignty, voting rights, education, and ICWA—and what real advocacy for Native families looks like beyond the holiday.

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Can Nebraska’s Laws Truly Protect LGBTQ+ Youth in 2025? Honoring Matthew Shepard’s Legacy Through Legal Advocacy

Nebraska’s new laws on gender-affirming care and public inclusion have raised urgent questions about LGBTQ+ youth safety. Learn how families can use Nebraska’s custody and guardianship laws to protect children’s emotional well-being and honor Matthew Shepard’s legacy through legal advocacy and action.

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Mr. Olympia 2025 and Nebraska Law: Can Parents Be Liable for a Minor’s Bodybuilding or Supplement Use?

After Mr. Olympia 2025 reignited a new wave of youth bodybuilding, more Nebraska families are asking: how far is too far when it comes to supplements, training, and competition prep for minors? This post breaks down what state law says about parental consent, steroid use, and coaching contracts—and how guardianship and custody issues can arise when health and safety cross legal lines.

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Can a Parent Force Conversion Therapy in Nebraska? Understanding Custody, LGBTQ+ Rights, and Child Protection

Nebraska hasn’t yet banned conversion therapy, but courts can still act to protect LGBTQ+ youth when parents disagree about a child’s identity. This post explains how Nebraska custody law treats conversion therapy, what legal tools exist to safeguard children, and why affirming care matters under the state’s “best interests of the child” standard.

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Can Nebraska Recognize More Than Two Legal Parents? Understanding Polyamorous Families and Parental Rights

Nebraska law still limits each child to two legal parents — but modern families don’t always fit that mold. From polyamorous households to blended and same-sex families, more Nebraskans are raising children with three or more committed caregivers. This post explains how Nebraska family law currently handles parentage, what other states are doing to recognize multi-parent families, and what legal steps you can take now to protect your family’s rights and stability.

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Reputation on Trial: What Taylor Swift’s ‘CANCELLED!’ Teaches About Nebraska Law

Taylor Swift’s new track “CANCELLED!” isn’t just about fame—it’s a reminder of how fragile reputation can be. In Nebraska, defamation, custody disputes, and criminal records all put your name on the line. Learn how the law protects your reputation and what steps you can take to defend it.

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Estate Planning Myths in Nebraska: What Taylor Swift’s “Wood” Teaches Us About Real Legal Protections

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.

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Planning Your Legacy: What Taylor Swift’s “Elizabeth Taylor” Teaches Us About Glamour, Impact, and Estate Planning

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.

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Estate Planning After Divorce or Loss: What Taylor Swift’s “Opalite” Teaches Us About Emotional Healing

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.

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Taylor Swift’s “Father Figure” and Custody Battles in Nebraska: Power, Control, and Children’s Voices

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.

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Family Law in Nebraska: The Life of a Showgirl, Without the Spotlight

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.

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What Can Taylor Swift’s “The Fate of Ophelia” Teach Us About Guardianship in Nebraska?

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.

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Should You Seek Therapy During a Family Law Case in Nebraska?

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.

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What Legal Protections Exist During Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Nebraska?

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.

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Why Is the 25th Amendment Trending in 2025? A Lawyer Explains

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.

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What Happens If an Executor in Nebraska Oversteps Their Authority?

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.

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Where Should You Keep Your Important Estate Planning Documents in Nebraska?

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.

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Can I Disinherit Someone for Committing a Crime in Nebraska?

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.

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How Can You Be the Parent You Want to Be During a Nebraska Divorce?

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.

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What Amazon’s $2.5B FTC Settlement Means for Nebraskans—And What to Do Next

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.

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