Divorce is the end of a romantic relationship, but it doesn’t end the need for parents to continue communicating with each other about the children. With the change in relationship dynamics comes a need to set the standard for communication. Communicating with your...
Year: 2024
Can Nebraska police departments conduct DUI checkpoints?
Some types of law enforcement activity violate the law or the civil rights of individuals. For example, mass enforcement efforts might violate someone's right to be free from unreasonable searches. Particularly when police officers indiscriminately detain people or...
Can your spouse stop your divorce?
In many instances, couples agree that they should get divorced. They may try counseling or a separation first. But in the end, they know that it’s time to get divorced and they move forward to do so together. But there are other situations in which one person wants a...
Is charge stacking legal in Nebraska?
Being charged with a crime can be quite stressful and overwhelming. When faced with multiple charges stemming from a single incident, you might wonder, is this legal? In Nebraska, prosecutors have the discretion to file multiple charges against a defendant for their...
What could go wrong when dividing marital assets during divorce?
Most people expect the property division process to go on smoothly when they decide to divorce, but it’s not always the case. Several issues can complicate matters and get in the way of a fair settlement. If your divorce settles and you get less than you deserve, that...
Potential signs of impaired driving
When a police officer pulls someone over, they need to have a reason to do so. It can be minor. For instance, someone could technically be pulled over for driving just slightly above the speed limit or for executing a turn without using their blinker. The key thing to...
Discussing the custody agreement with your kids
If you go through a divorce with kids, you need to hold several conversations with them. Besides informing them about the divorce, you will have another sit-down when you and the other parent create a custody agreement, whether a temporary or permanent one. Talking...
Is a Nebraska shoplifting offense a misdemeanor or felony?
Property rights have strong protection under Nebraska law. Individuals and businesses should not have to worry about others misappropriating or stealing their resources, and if someone does, the state can take action. Theft is among the most common crimes prosecuted...
Is your ex unfit for child custody?
The state of Nebraska usually supports child custody arrangements in which both parents actively participate in their child's upbringing following divorce or a nonmarital split. The courts take children's best interests seriously, which means mothers are not...
What are money laundering and embezzlement?
Financial crimes are often very complex and intricate matters. They all share financial gain as the common motive. Because of the nature of these crimes, they’re often associated with considerable evidence that can make these cases difficult as they move through the...