If you have suffered the tragic loss of a loved one, your family may be entitled to financial compensation through a wrongful death claim. The legal process required to file this type of lawsuit in Nebraska can be complicated and may require assistance from an experienced wrongful death attorney in Omaha. Although each case is unique, below are the basic steps involved in the filing process. Determine if You Have a Case According to Nebraska Revised Statute, Section 30-809, a legal action can be brought for the death of a person (including an unborn…

A spinal cord injury is one of the most significant and life-changing injuries that an accident victim can suffer. Severe spinal cord injuries can result in permanent nerve damage and paralysis, or the loss of feeling and function below the point of injury. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a spinal cord injury that was caused by a preventable incident, such as a car crash or act of violence, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit in Nebraska on one or more legal bases. Spinal Cord Injuries and Negligence…

Pedestrian safety is paramount, especially when the pedestrian is a vulnerable young child. Despite school zones being heavily marked and recognized as areas where children frequently cross the road, school crosswalks are often the setting of serious and catastrophic pedestrian accidents in Nebraska. Teach these crosswalk school safety tips to your child to help protect him or her from this risk. Cross Only With the Right-of-Way Teach your child the basic right-of-way laws for crosswalks. If your child walks to school or has to cross the road to get to school, make sure he…

If you are one of the first people to the scene of an accident or emergency, it may be in your nature to help. Offering assistance and rendering aid to others would make you a “Good Samaritan” – someone who does good deeds without any expectation of getting rewarded for them. In an effort to encourage Good Samaritans, Nebraska and many other states have passed laws protecting these individuals from liability for injuries accidentally caused in a good-faith attempt to help others. What Is Nebraska’s Good Samaritan Law? The Good Samaritan Law in Nebraska…

When you hire a personal injury lawyer or another type of attorney in Nebraska, you receive what is referred to as attorney-client privilege. This is a rule of confidentiality between the attorney and his or her client. Under this rule, a lawyer may not divulge confidential communications made while rendering professional legal services to a client. How Does Attorney-Client Privilege Work? Nebraska Revised Statute 27-503 gives the state’s definition of lawyer-client privilege. This law states that a client has the privilege to refuse to disclose and prevent any other person from disclosing confidential communications…

Electric bicycles have become more common in Nebraska in recent years with the advent of public e-bike sharing services such as BikeLNK and B-cycle. Electric bikes are also frequently seen on public roads. Electric bikes (E-bikes) are a fast and fun way to travel and have become a popular alternative to standard human-propelled bikes. If you plan on riding an electric bike in Nebraska, learn the applicable state laws and rules. Obeying these Nebraska laws can help keep you safe and out of legal trouble. Do Electric Bike Riders Have to Wear a Helmet?…

Bounce houses have become popular ways to celebrate children’s birthdays and other events. While they may seem safe, with padded walls and soft surfaces, bounce houses pose a significant risk of child injuries. Children can suffer broken bones from contact with other kids in the bounce house, for example, and unsecured bounce houses can lift off of the ground in high winds. Learn more about the dangers of bounce houses to better protect your child. What Are Common Injury Risks Associated With Bounce Houses? Most parents and guardians assume that bounce houses are reasonably…

Most car accidents involve a collision between two or more vehicles. However, each year, Nebraska also reports hundreds of single-car accidents. A single-car accident can be caused by an environmental factor, such as a pothole that leads to a tire blowout and rollover accident, or traffic conditions that cause a driver to veer off the side of the road to avoid a collision. If you get involved in a single-car accident in Nebraska, find out if you need to file a police report. Did the Accident Cause Injuries or Property Damage? In Nebraska, you…

The weather in Omaha is not always ideal for road travel. Sudden summer storms or winter freezes can make it too dangerous for drivers to be on the road. Other environmental conditions, such as a poorly maintained roadway, potholes or faulty traffic lights, can also cause car accidents. If an environmental factor is partially or wholly to blame for your recent car accident in Nebraska, find out how this might affect your claim. Common Environmental-Related Factors Connected to Nebraska Car Accidents The majority of car accidents in Nebraska are caused by driver errors, such…

Every day in Omaha, hundreds of government vehicles traverse public roads and highways. These vehicles include law enforcement cars, ambulances, fire trucks, and vehicles driven by government agents. If you get into a car accident with one of these government vehicles, you may not know who is responsible for paying for the crash. Claims against the government look different in Nebraska than general car accident claims. Here’s what you need to know. Sovereign Immunity Protects Government Agencies From Liability Sovereign immunity is a federal legal doctrine that states that the government cannot be sued…