My husband's father passed away and left life insurance policies to his children, naming my husband as the beneficiary of his policy. Without informing him, my husband's sister, the executor of the estate, cashed in both their father's policy and my husband's policy. The life... View More

I am the main signer on a car loan with my ex’s mother as the cosigner. The car, which is in my ex's possession, developed mechanical issues. I attempted repairs that provided temporary relief, but the problems persisted. Despite my requests, my ex refused to take the car to a mechanic.... View More

I am examining the terms and conditions as well as the rules of an online sweepstakes casino, last updated on January 15, 2025. The site claims that no purchase is necessary to obtain Sweeps Coins, which are redeemable under outlined conditions. These coins are primarily obtained as bonuses when... View More

I was parked on a county road texting to avoid doing so while driving when a sheriff approached me. Despite having no initial reasonable suspicion or evidence of a crime, the sheriff subjected me to a breathalyzer, which I passed, and then insisted on a urine test, claiming refusal would lead to... View More

I'm trying to appeal a custody hearing decision in Nebraska due to inaccuracies in the plaintiff's income reported and travel costs calculated in the child support worksheet. The monthly income on the worksheet is nearly double the actual amount, and travel costs only account for one... View More

Vanessa Jean Gorden
answered on Mar 8, 2025

The notice of intent to appeal is not magical - it just states that an appeal is on its way. However, it will be important that fees and costs be paid, etc. so the matter is not dismissed. Nebraska has a really good citizens' guide to appellate courts here:... View More

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I would like to know about my grandparents' rights to see my granddaughter. Currently, her father has custody, and my daughter, the child's mother, suffers from mental illness. Previously, I had my granddaughter with me three days a week, but since the father filed an emergency ex parte... View More

Julie Fowler
answered on Mar 8, 2025

Nebraska is one of the states that allows you to file a grandparent visitation action. One of the main statutes is Nebraska Revised Statute 43-1802.

https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=43-1802

It isn't clear from the information in your question if you... View More

On March 10, 2022, my 18-year-old son was involved in a car accident on an icy/snowy morning. He was uninsured at the time. While driving through a tee intersection without a stop sign, he was hit by another insured driver, resulting in his truck being totaled. Information was exchanged per police... View More

Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 16, 2025

As my colleague advises, it could worth reviewing things more closely and exploring whether a counterclaim might be worthwhile. According to your post, there is no official report. So Progressive's determination in all likelihood arose from their own insured's statement. Based on the... View More

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I hired a general contractor for a project without an agreed-upon timeline, as everything was arranged verbally and through texts and emails. I initially made a deposit of over $4,000 and have paid an additional $3,000 for completed work. The contractor has been delaying the project, offering... View More

I hired a general contractor to work on my house, but he has been delaying the project for weeks. Initially, I was only told I was on a wait list, and later, I was given a start date. However, the contractor has been showing up inconsistently and often claims he will be there to work when in fact... View More

I was recently charged with possession of less than an ounce of marijuana in Nebraska. This is my first offense, and I believed I was purchasing Delta 8, which is legal in the state. The incident occurred in my car, and I was cooperative with law enforcement. I have not sought any legal... View More

Perry Andrew Pirsch
answered on Mar 6, 2025

If it is less than an ounce, it would be an infraction -- like a parking ticket -- and a fine. Under most circumstances, I would just pay it. (You could not even test the hemp to see the amount of Delta 9 in it for less than the fine.) If it is over an ounce, and certainly if it is over a pound... View More

I'm a full-time employee, and I recently worked 39 hours in one week. I discovered that an hour was deducted from my PTO without my knowledge or permission. When I asked the payroll department for an explanation, they directed me to speak with my supervisor, but no further information has been... View More

My brother, Darrin Healey, who suffers from congestive heart failure and stage 2 kidney disease, is struggling to get Medicaid, food stamps, or any assistance from the state due to his criminal record. He had high blood pressure and couldn't afford the medication, and we received no help from... View More

I recently had someone kick in my door. I later received a text message from a girl saying, 'How's your screen door?' This person has previously egged my car, and I have video evidence of that incident. I've reported the door-kicking incident to the police but only recently... View More

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Chad Wythers
answered on Mar 2, 2025

The answer to your question depends upon whether the text message from the purported vandal constitutes "probable cause" to believe the person committed a crime. The Fourth Amendment mandates that an arrest be justified by probable cause to believe that a person has committed or is... View More

I have not paid my credit cards for over a year, and the total outstanding debt is around $20,000. The creditor has not yet filed any legal action against me, and I have not received any formal communication about their intention to sue. Additionally, there are no current arrangements or... View More

I have a query about a situation where a person with a traumatic brain injury, diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), left a recorded voice message that was interpreted as a threat. They went to bed afterward and were arrested the next day. This person has had previous interactions... View More

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Chad Wythers
answered on Feb 25, 2025

It is unfortunate that person was arrested, but the standard for arrest is simply probable cause that a crime occurred. The Fourth Amendment mandates that an arrest be justified by probable cause to believe that a person has committed or is committing a crime. A person commits the crime of... View More

I am in Nebraska and accepted a teaching job for the upcoming school year with a first school in November via an email confirmation. The offer was initially verbal, and no specifics were stipulated. Despite the principal mentioning that the contract might be ready by March, no timeline was... View More

I've been involved in an accident where my vehicle was towed to a nearby towing company's yard, and it's been there for nearly a week. The other driver was at fault but is uninsured. My vehicle has comprehensive coverage, and I've contacted my insurance, but I haven't... View More

Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 26, 2025

A Nebraska attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about your accident. More information is needed about your coverage and the position of your insurance carrier. If the policy covers collision, it is likely that costs associated with repairs are also... View More

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I am on public housing assistance in Nebraska and live in a HUD compliance community. When I signed my lease with the leasing company, it indicated a move-in date of 5/3/2024 and a lease end date of 4/30/2025, using my first and last initials. However, the paperwork sent to housing shows different... View More

I purchased a vehicle "as-is" from a dealership in Nebraska. They had me initial a list of issues they found, but there was no mention of cooling problems. Within 1.5 hours of purchase, I experienced symptoms pointing to a cracked radiator, which had stop leak applied. Two mechanics... View More

I own a rental property and I'm considering transferring it under my newly formed LLC. I haven't consulted anyone about this yet. My main concerns are tax benefits and business advantages. Specifically, I want to know if there would be more tax advantages or potential expense write-offs... View More

Julie Fowler
answered on Feb 17, 2025

Have you tried reaching out to the Nebraska Business Development Center through the University of Nebraska? You can request a free consultation to learn more about business planning and development:... View More

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