It is common for people to mistakenly use the terms "robbery" and "burglary" interchangeably. However, from a legal point of view, they are two very different types of crime. Though associated with theft, neither robbery nor burglary necessarily involves unlawfully...
Year: 2019
Establishing paternity in Nebraska
Being the biological father of a child in Nebraska is not the same as being the legal father of a child. As the biological father, you contributed to your child's genetic makeup, but when it comes to your child's on-going mental, physical and emotional development,...
Stress during a traffic stop and DUI charges
For some people, dealing with law enforcement officials can be very difficult. They may become overwhelmed by fear and they may be very worried about what will happen next. This can affect people in many different ways, and unfortunately, it can make their situation...
Taking a firm stand against financial abuse
Someone may have a tough time in their marriage for a number of reasons. For example, they may be losing sleep at night because of a partner’s infidelity, or they could even be worried about their safety as a result of domestic violence. However, aside from physical...
Losing friends due to a divorce
For some people, the divorce process can be particularly hard from a financial and emotional viewpoint. Moreover, some people face unique challenges when they get a divorce, such as those who face social problems after their marriage comes to an end. There are many...
What constitutes shoplifting in Nebraska?
When people think of shoplifting, they think of someone taking an item from a store without paying. Though this is certainly the most common form of shoplifting, it is not the only one. Nebraska Legislature covers all of its bases when defining shoplifting so that the...
Recognizing when theft is more than criminal behavior
People commit theft in Nebraska for various reasons. Occasionally, those reasons are deeper than what is on the surface. A person could have undiagnosed kleptomania. Psychology Today takes an immersive look into the definition, symptoms, causes and treatment of...
Is your spouse hiding assets?
If things simply aren’t working out, Nebraskan couples like you may eventually decide that it is time for you to get a divorce. After that, you have other matters to deal with, like determining how you will divide your assets. Unfortunately, not everyone is honest...
How does joint custody help children?
Divorcing parents in Nebraska will now have to contend with matters of child custody. While it might not be the best option for everyone, joint custody is one potential option that does have a lot of reported benefits. Science Daily reports that some studies have...
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...