

I haven’t had car insurance for a couple days due to a check being on hold and not paying on them. The only reason my car was out was to get formula. A girl was distracted and claimed she was crying and rear ended me and sent me into another car damaging the front and back of mine. Since I’m... Read more »

answered on Feb 2, 2023

A local attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. A local attorney must advise here, but in many states, only limited economic damages are recoverable if uninsured. However, each state has its own rules. Try to arrange a free initial consultation with a local... Read more »
They have recently retired. And are now asking for my payment. 5 years is a little silly

answered on Feb 1, 2023
Check the statute of limitations for contracts in your state, if it is past that time you do not have to pay. If it is within the time limitations, you may have a defense called laches.
The house is in both of our names.

answered on Jan 27, 2023
The answer would depend on how you and the sister owned the house. If the house is owned as Tenants-in-Common, each owns an undivided interest in the property. The deceased sister's interest would pass through her estate.
If the property is owned in Joint Tenancy with Rights of... Read more »
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answered on Jan 27, 2023
If the Will is valid the Court will admit the most recent recently executed Will. The Will could be challenged if there is any concern for undue influence, capacity or fraud.

answered on Jan 26, 2023
If you live in Nebraska, the age of majority is 19 years old. Thus, an 18 year in Nebraska is generally still in the legal custody of their parents. One exception to this would be if the 18 year old is legally emancipated by court order.

answered on Jan 26, 2023
Yes. An immigrant who entered the US lawfully can adjust status to get a green card after marriage to a US Citizen.
Is it true that evidence brought up during a mediation cannot be brought up in court before a judge. Since i know my ex and i wont be able to agree during mediation.

answered on Jan 10, 2023
At trial, you can generally testify as to what the other party said to you. One exception to this is usually that comments that a person said to you as part of a formal mediation session are not allowed to be disclosed in Court.
Thus, generally yes, statements made in mediation are... Read more »
I am changing companies and have been told that I have to have continuous coverage on my auto and home insurance. Is this correct for the state of Nebraska?

answered on Jan 10, 2023
You have to have "proof of financial responsibility" for your vehicles, which for most people, means that they have to have vehicle liability insurance (auto insurance) on the vehicle at least at the statutory minimums at all times. There are some exceptions that you can read about on... Read more »
I have recordings

answered on Jan 9, 2023
Your question doesn't give any details as to you or your situation. If you believe a crime has been committed, you may need to file a police report.

answered on Jan 9, 2023
I assume that you also paid this person. There are cases of fraud where a contractor accepts payment or partial payment and then leaves the area without doing any work or having the intention to do so. If you believe you may have been scammed, you may want to contact the non-emergency line and... Read more »
I know child support must be paid until age 19 in Nebraska, but why would the mother get the money if the child no longer lives there after age 18? Can it go directly to the 18 year old child instead?

answered on Jan 9, 2023
It is actually not uncommon for a parent to still be ordered to pay child support even though the teenage child is no longer living with the custodial parent. The most common situation is when the teen is living in the dorms at the freshman year of college. So long as the custodial parent is... Read more »
The house is in his name, but I’ve cleaned, maintained and furnished it since he bought it (3 years ago, (we’ve been together for 6) and also have stayed home to take care of our son his life this far. Partner pays the mortgage and some utilities, I pay for and take care of everything else. He... Read more »

answered on Dec 30, 2022
If you don't own the property, the landlord can evict you, even if your landlord is your significant other. If you are married, the rules apply differently as you generally have marital rights to the property even if you are not on the title. The landlord would need to follow the proper... Read more »
I would like to know How many times you can File for a protection Is order in Nebraska Is there a limit on how many you can file in a year

answered on Dec 29, 2022
I don't believe there is a set limit. However, a Court can reprimand a person (such as awarding attorney fees) for filing frivilous actions, such as repeatedly filing new actions after losing a similar action.
What can I do now to get my dog back?? The judge said after the deadline he would have to pay me…

answered on Dec 29, 2022
Small claims actions are generally for money judgments. If you want other relief, such as return of property (like a dog) instead of money, then you may need to file a different cause of action outside of small claims court. However, if you are took the case to trial and the judge awarded you... Read more »
He’s wanting to retain ownership but have it under his business name. What should he do? Thanks.

answered on Dec 29, 2022
The Courts generally recognize how things are legally titled. You are generally asking for trouble if you want to legally place ownership under one party's name but have a side agreement that you don't really recognize how the property is legally titled. Vehicles come with liability.... Read more »
I think my wife wants to divorce me only because she wants to. We did try marriage counseling for a year but nothing improved. Working individually with him separately seems to work better. I’m unsure to what degree our marriage is legally irretrievably broken as I think if we could just talk... Read more »

answered on Dec 28, 2022
Nebraska is a no-fault divorce state. If your spouse is no longer willing to work on the marriage, your spouse will ultimately be able to obtain a divorce. Regardless of your the decision your spouse makes, you efforts to continue to seek help should continue. If you have a documented mental... Read more »
I don’t want to continue on with it and just leave it at that. I don’t want a protection order or anything if the sort. What can I do? He is currently in jail waiting to see a judge. Bond is too high.

answered on Dec 19, 2022
You can contact the victim/witness department of the prosecutor's office or the other party's criminal defense attorney. However, if you change your statement, you can be charged with giving false statements to law enforcement or other charges. It is ultimately up to the prosecutor, not... Read more »
Large decorative rock was hit leaving the parking lot of a dealership but the the dealership wasn't notified of the accident, rock could not be seen over the hood of the vehicle.

answered on Dec 19, 2022
If you damage property of another with your vehicle, you can be liable for the damage. You would need to speak with an attorney about your case if some exception applies in your situation.
My sons mother has a temporary custody order for my son how longdoes that temporary order last in nebraska??

answered on Dec 19, 2022
If it is an ex parte order, it generally only lasts until the hearing date that is generally set soon after the ex parte order is entered (usually within about 10 days).
If it is a temporary order in a protection order case, then it often states it lasts only a certain period of time, such... Read more »
It titled - and the bill of sale is gone. How can I get the car in my name? Not sure who she bought it from

answered on Dec 7, 2022
If this is a Douglas County matter, there is information provided online to assist with such transfers by the Douglas County Treasurer.
https://www.dctreasurer.org/motor-vehicles/titles/transfer-of-decedent-s-title
If the title owner of the vehicle is not clear, an action may need... Read more »
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