When a person is interacting with police officers, there are certain times when they will have specific constitutional protections. One of these is the Miranda rights, which are present during custodial interrogations. A custodial interrogation happens when a person...
Parental rights are fundamental, but they are not absolute. In Nebraska, the courts have the authority to terminate those rights if doing so serves the best interests of the child. This typically occurs in severe situations where a parent has failed to meet core...
When unmarried couples or divorcing couples are splitting up custody of their children, it’s important for them to understand all of their rights. They also need to know exactly how custody can be divided, because there are some common misconceptions. For instance,...
In Nebraska, a parent cannot simply relocate with a child if the move would significantly impact the other parent's relationship with the child. The law takes relocation cases seriously, and approval is not automatic. Whether a move is allowed depends on the details...
When parents separate or divorce, creating a workable parenting schedule can be a complex and logistically difficult task. Partially because there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to this issue, many families are now turning to artificial intelligence (AI) tools to...
Preparing for a child custody hearing can be a daunting experience for any parent. Understanding the process and knowing what to expect can make all the difference when it comes to securing the best possible outcome for your child. Taking the right steps ahead of...
When parents share custody after a divorce or separation, one of the most important decisions they must make is crafting a parenting time schedule that works for both them and their children. There is no one-size-fits-all solution, as every family has different needs,...
You might not feel great about divorcing. Guilt and shame are common among those about to untie the knot. Hence, it is understandable if you’d prefer to keep the news private. However, if you have children, you simply have to tell the staff at your school that you are...
Custody cases can be highly contentious and complex. The circumstances of every child and their family are unique. Nonetheless, the family courts in Nebraska do apply one important legal principle to all custody cases – the best interests of the child. While the best...
Custody exchange days can be emotional and confusing. One of the factors that can lead to this is not being prepared. Being anxious, seeing your child cry and getting to the exchange location only to realize you didn't pack what your child needs can complicate...