You are probably aware that repeat driving under the influence (DUI) offenders face harsher penalties than first-timers. What may be unclear is what determines whether someone is considered a repeat offender. This is where the lookback period comes in. The lookback...
Divorce is a highly personal matter, yet it often requires sharing sensitive information with attorneys, courts and sometimes even third parties. Additionally, because nowadays information is so easily accessible and shared, protecting your privacy during a divorce...
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...
If you and your spouse are divorcing after a long time together, navigating your relationship with their family can be a challenge. If you don’t have children, they may simply no longer be in your life – especially if they don’t live nearby. If you do have children or...
Men and women who have been in combat often return home to face a battle with their own mental health. Oftentimes, vets turn to alcohol and/or drugs to deal with their mental health struggles. This combination of mental health issues and substance abuse can lead to...
As the holiday season approaches, newly separated parents may face the challenge of coordinating schedules for Halloween, Thanksgiving and winter break. These occasions are special times for children, and working to ensure that thoughtful plans and expectations are in...
Divorce, on the whole, has declined in recent years. Nonetheless, it is still fairly common. The reality is that even with the best of intentions, many couples don’t make it. Every relationship is different, and so too are the causes of divorce. However, there are...
The housing market has gotten tough. Prices have been rising consistently, and they may not show any signs of slowing down in your area. You know that it would be difficult to go out and buy a house right now. For this reason, as you go through a divorce, you have...
Most drivers in the Omaha area often travel on I-80. The interstate provides a fast and efficient means of getting from work back to residential neighborhoods. High speed limits and a direct route of travel make I-80 a popular thoroughfare among them local residents....
It is widely accepted that children generally do better after a divorce when both their parents continue participating in their lives. That is why most courts will look to achieve this when ruling on child custody matters. There are exceptions, however. Sometimes...