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I found court papers he filled out when he was in prison in Nebraska State. They called it "dissolution of marriage" which he wrote down that he didn't know how to contact me and tried my parents phone but no one ever answered. There is a notary signature on it. My question is how do... View More 
answered on Dec 13, 2023
You can go on the State of Nebraska Judicial Branch website and search for court cases under your name and his name. If you have a divorce case in Nebraska, it should show as a court case in Nebraska under the parties' names. I believe there is a relatively small fee to search for... View More
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answered on Dec 10, 2023
In the context of court proceedings in the United States, the term "time pay" usually refers to a type of arrangement regarding the payment of fines, fees, or court costs. This arrangement allows an individual to make payments over a specified period, rather than paying the entire amount... View More
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answered on Dec 10, 2023
In the context of court proceedings in the United States, the term "time pay" usually refers to a type of arrangement regarding the payment of fines, fees, or court costs. This arrangement allows an individual to make payments over a specified period, rather than paying the entire amount... View More
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answered on Dec 10, 2023
In Nebraska, there isn't a specific time frame mandated by law for how long you should keep old medical bills and other documents of your deceased parents. However, it's generally advisable to retain such records for a period that aligns with any potential legal, tax, or estate settlement... View More
Does that order include family members or pertain to just he and i?
answered on Dec 4, 2023
It includes the people that are stated on the no contact order. If you aren't sure, contact your defense attorney. Ask to clarify so that you don't accidentally breach the no contact order.
The prosecuting attorney has footage of the alleged crime but the public defender attorney does not have it
answered on Dec 4, 2023
There isn't a set answer to your question and the process and timing varies somewhat from county to county. It also depends somewhat on the severity of the charge and the type of evidence in question.
For example, it might start with the defense attorney having access to the police... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
I'm not sure which law specifically you are looking for. It could be one of several.
You might want to take a look at the Nebraska Indian Child Welfare Act (Nebraska Revised Statutes 43-1501 to 43-1517). You could also take a look at the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and... View More
Had prior back issues but never neck issues. Doctor said ct scan yesterday showed post traumatic neck pain due to injury and the only injury to my neck is the uber. Have degenerative disc's in spine in neck area and straightening of the normal cervical lordosis. Which causes more pain ontop of... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
Are the medical bills, anticipated medical bills related to injury due to the accident, and lost wages expected to be more than $1,400? Is there any compensation for pain and suffering? Does the total still equal $1,400 or less even with some compensation for pain and suffering? Depending on... View More
These judgements I never knew existed until I applied for an FHA loan. The oldest released in '98 and only has my SS# on it with my brother's name and his wife. Other judgements I can't make heads and tails out of. Would these fall under statute of limitations and how can I remove... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
It depends on what you mean by judgments. Are these court case judgments? If so, you may need to review the court file(s) to see what you could do to challenge them at this time. Are these on your credit report? Sometimes things get improperly reported and you can send in proof to the credit... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2023
If the employer requests and your answer is untruthful, you could potentially be terminated for not being truthful on your application. Further, if the employer does a background check and it shows the conviction, you are not likely to get the job for not being honest on your application. They... View More
before our initial court hearing, DHHS had hair follicle testing done.
answered on Nov 28, 2023
If DHHS has taken custody of a child with grounds for emergency custody, then they can generally consent to drug testing of the child without the parent's approval. You would need to speak with an attorney directly to see what applies in your specific situation.
answered on Nov 28, 2023
I agree with the other attorney. You can call the non-emergency law enforcement phone number and make a police report if you believe a crime has occurred. You can also speak with the executor of the estate and they can file a motion within the probate case to ask the Court to enter an order... View More
just happened saturday
answered on Nov 20, 2023
There isn't a specific time limit to file a contempt action. However, if you don't act on enforcing your rights, you may waive them after a period of time. There isn't a set time period and it depends on the specific facts of the case. Depending on your judge, the next available... View More
Does vacation have to be 15 days in a row? Can one parent take 15 days total on the others parenting time split over the year? Do the parents have to switch off if a holiday in the parenting agreement causes one parent to have the child over 15 days?
The statement says:
Vacation... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2023
For an answer how to read your specific decree, you need to speak with an attorney and read the decree and parenting plan together as a whole. Just reading one snippet and not knowing the background on your case could result in you interpretting something very different from how the Court might... View More
Truck & cash seized during raid, DEA asked for proof & extended time to gather paperwork. He has proof funds were from regular day job and inheritance funds given from mom for Christmas gifts. He has paystubs and receipts. The truck was quoted at $23,650 by feds and cash amount seized was $14,469.
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
To retrieve property seized by the DEA, you would typically need a criminal defense attorney, especially if the seizure was part of a criminal investigation or raid. This type of attorney is experienced in dealing with criminal matters and can navigate the legal process to challenge the seizure.... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2023
A temporary delegation of parental powers can be revoked at any time by the parent and is not necessarily enforceable on the other parent if both parents didn't sign. Even if both parents have signed one, either can revoke it at any time for any reason.
If there is a dispute... View More
If my order was set in District Court, why then do I have to deal with a Title 4D Agency. Who has authority over my case? They both can't can they? I'm confussed
answered on Nov 14, 2023
The child support office is part of the government, or a contractor for the government. The child support office is required to do things like enforce child support orders, among other tasks. This means that they can send an income withholding to garnish wages for child support, among other... View More
Sold their home 2 months ago mother's care was not dependent upon sale am I entitled to anything ?
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In Nebraska, whether you are entitled to anything from the sale of your late father's home depends on several factors, including how the property was owned, your father's will (if he had one), and state inheritance laws. If the home was owned jointly by your father and his wife, it likely... View More
Took the money from it her care has been taken care of financially before selling the house. Am I entitled to anything
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
When a married person dies in Nebraska, the surviving spouse is typically entitled to an elective share of the estate (either 1/3 or 1/2 depending on if there are children). This applies even if the deceased spouse left a will giving everything to other beneficiaries.
The proceeds from the... View More
I know it's a higher it will state and I know the main reason of why they terminated me, but they act very weird and quiet about it and I find it odd and I want to know more?
answered on Nov 19, 2023
If you have enough grounds to bring a cause of action against the employer for the termination, then part of your court case could include asking for records, deposing witnesses, etc. for more information as to the termination.
If you were an at-will employee and it is just curiousity, then... View More
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