Most of us look at criminal activity and charges as things that will never affect us. It’s likely that you work hard or earn your money via legitimate and legal means. As a result, you probably think of yourself as an upstanding citizen who will never be on the wrong...
Year: 2021
What happens to your driver’s license after a Nebraska DUI?
During most traffic stops, the only real risk that people face is financial loss and points added to their driving record. However, when the police officer suspects that a driver is impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, the potential consequences that driver faces...
Considerations for property division in Nebraska divorce
When a couple divorces, they often have to decide the fate of years of shared property, assets and debts. State laws dictate guidelines to ensure fair property division for those in this situation. Review Nebraska's rules about dividing property in a divorce when...
Dealing with theft charges
Facing criminal charges is always a serious matter requiring a strong response on the defendant’s part. Some Nebraska residents fail to understand the severity of a theft arrest and often believe it is a minor incident that will not affect them much in the long term....
Can a sex offender get custody of a child?
In a custody case, the court will look into all aspects of your life. This includes your criminal history. If you have sex offender status, it can impact your ability to get custody of a child, according to the Nebraska Revised Statute. One note You should understand...
3 tips to help kids cope with divorce
Divorces may bring substantial turmoil to the lives of those going through them. The children of divorcing spouses may feel this upheaval even more. How their parents handle things may drastically affect their abilities to cope and how they adjust. Using these tips...
Dividing the family business in divorce
Divorce likely means an upheaval in all aspects of an individual’s life. From spending power and parenting time to property and vehicles, the divorcing couple must thoroughly examine assets and debts to reach an equitable split. For many couples, a family business...
Risks of a DUI when you have no alcohol in your system
Although driving under the influence of alcohol greatly increases your chances of getting a DUI, there are times when someone may face DUI charges without having a sip of alcohol. That is because there are other drugs and medications that affect driving ability....
3 questions for co-parents to ask
When you and your spouse share legal custody of your child, you may need to work together to solve certain practical issues. Will your child live in your home, or your ex’s home? Will you share physical custody, or will one of you act as your child’s primary...
What may result from an aggravated DUI charge in Nebraska?
Nebraska law adds to the severity of a DUI charge and enhances the penalties when a motorist's blood alcohol content tests at 0.15% or more. As noted on the Nebraska Legislature website, a judge may revoke your license for a first-time enhanced offense, which may...