Omaha Legal Issues Blog

When a couple marries, each partner typically assumes the union will last a lifetime, but sadly, statistics indicate that this is not always the case. Because the outcome of marriage is never guaranteed, married Nebraska residents are wise to consider and prepare for the possibility of being on their own. Even if an individual is already considering divorce, he or she can benefit from the following tips and become as informed as possible before the split happens. Many people, especially women, report feeling unprepared for the financial aftermath of their divorce. Being financially savvy can help individuals avoid some of the stress one can experience in this area post-divorce.

Ideally, both partners should be involved in the finances of a marriage, including day-to-day money management, bank accounts, assets and liabilities, and details of life insurance policies, retirement funds and the like. If a couple uses a financial advisor, it is smart for both partners to attend all meetings and take part in decision-making and planning. If either or both partners are considering divorce and this level of involvement has not been the case throughout the marriage, it is never too late to become better informed.

Car accidents can happen at any moment of the day or night. Even drivers that follow all safety recommendations can sometimes become momentarily distracted, which is all it takes to drift slightly, entering oncoming lanes of traffic. Unfortunately, a recent crash in Nebraska has resulted in a fatality and criminal charges due to drunk driving allegations.

The accident happened one evening on a day in mid-October. According to reports, a 28-year-old man was driving a pickup truck in the eastbound lanes of a Nebraska road. The driver reportedly allowed the vehicle to cross over into oncoming traffic, striking a westbound car.

Parents in Nebraska often find themselves unhappy in their relationships. Often, they ultimately make the decision that ending their romantic relationship is in the best interest of all parties involved. Often, taking such a step ensures that parents are happier which can lead to a better quality of life for children. However, once that decision is made, there are many more that must follow, especially regarding child custody and support.

There are three separate custody-related issues that are considered when when creating a child custody agreement: legal custody, physical custody and parenting time. Legal custody gives the parent the right to have a say in many important decisions related to the child, including medical care and religion. Without legal custody, a parent is unable to communicate with a child's school regarding his or her performance or seek medical treatment.

When a person is accused of a crime, there are often many different decisions to make. For many people, one of the most important choices related to criminal charges is whether to fight the charges in court or accept a plea deal, if offered. For example, a man recently chose to accept a plea deal after Nebraska law enforcement officials claim he was intoxicated when he was involved in a fatal accident while driving an all-terrain vehicle.

The incident that led to the 26-year-old man's arrest reportedly happened in June 2017. According to reports, the man had been drinking for several hours prior to the ATV accident. Unfortunately, the accident reportedly resulted in the death of his passenger, a female college student.