Omaha Legal Issues Blog
Do you know how insurance agents spot fraud?
Maybe you feel owed a little something for all the years you diligently paid your insurance premiums in Nebraska. Do you feel tempted to commit some type of insurance fraud, even a minor one? Before you make a decision, either way, know that HowStuffWorks did a...
Is joint custody the best option for your children?
Now that you have decided to obtain a Nebraska divorce, your biggest concern likely is how your children will react to this news and what kind of a post-divorce custody arrangement you and your about-to-be ex-spouse will come to. Obviously, this arrangement will...
The collateral consequences linked to a plea deal
At Whelan Law Office in Nebraska, we are adept at uncovering all possible defense options when a client in Nebraska faces felony charges. The outcomes of each should be weighed carefully. Some, such as plea deals, may not be as beneficial as they seem at first. Before...
Approaching a custody dispute with the right mindset
Custody disputes can make parents feel very uncertain about their future as well as their child’s future. These disagreements can be very stressful (and the anxiety may be overwhelming at times), and some parents may feel like throwing in the towel. However, this can...
Choosing between your job and your marriage
There are many difficult decisions that have to be made in life, such as whether it is a good idea to move into another home or a different state, or which school to send your kids to. Those who are married often have to make many sacrifices and sometimes, they have...
How common are teen drunk driving crashes?
When a teenager begins to drive, it signifies a new era of independence in their life. They no longer need someone to drive them around -- they can get themselves to school, to work and to hang out with their friends. During the summer months especially, more teens in...
How millennials are changing marriage and divorce
More and more "millennials" are cohabiting before getting married to one another. In fact, cohabitation among millennials has gone up six-fold from the previous generation, contributing to a decline marriage and divorce rates. Living together has become the path to...
What are the penalties for refusing a breath test in Nebraska?
It's a common sight for Omaha residents as they drive down highways and local streets -- a driver pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. When police officers approach a detained vehicle, they typically check for signs of impairment and in doing so, may...
Agreeing on parenting plan for the child’s benefit in a divorce
Even when a Nebraska couple's marriage comes to an end, their relationship with one another does not if they have children together. As potential co-parents, they must come up with a child custody and visitation plan that is in their child's best interests during the...
Was I searched illegally?
Even if you’re not doing anything illegal, dealing with the police can be intimidating. There is an inherent power imbalance, and you may not know all your rights. During these encounters, we hope that police are honest and follow the rules, but that’s not...
