What can I do if my landlord is holding my security deposit and sent us a damaged deposit statement?

Nebraska Legal Aid's Landlord and Tenant Handbook is often a good place to start for information before contacting an attorney. ...

What action can I take if a extensive repairs needed have left my apartment without a shower or method of bathing?

The Nebraska Legal Aid Handbook for Landlord and Tenants has some information about these issues and is a good place to start when a tenant is...

Generally an inheritance is separate property unless it is co-mingled with the marital estate. Thus, if she receives money due to a loved one's...

How do I appeal a case where I was convicted in one state and live in another?

An appeal generally needs to be filed very soon after the sentence is entered. If you miss the deadline, you won't be able to file an appeal. ...

No. Nebraska generally has a 15 year look back period for DUIs. If you get another DUI within the 15 years, it would likely be charged as a...

Is our divorce legal.? Also can I report her for misconduct that in return resulted in criminal charges on me?

The divorce decree sets forth the terms in effect. You can obtain a copy of your divorce decree from the Clerk of the court where your decree was...

What to expect at sentencing is very fact dependent. It depends on the facts of the case, history of the defendant, as well as the judge on the...

What will happen to me at my court date, I got a DUI and it’s my first offense (19yrs)?

There is mandatory jail time for a first DUI, unless you are given probation or a suspended sentence. Generally people with a minimal criminal...

Am I in the right to claim my 19 year old on my taxes. ?

If there is a custody order that specifies who gets to claim the child, you need to be guided by the language in your order. If there is no...

What will happen to my daughter (17yrs) in court for a second DUI in the state of Nebraska ?

A minor convicted of a DUI second can expect license revocation, a fine, and the potential for jail time. It is possible that the minor could be...