Domestic violence is an issue that plagues men and women in Nebraska, but there is a negative stigma for men who report domestic violence from a female partner. According to the National Coalition against Domestic Violence, one out of three women and one out of four...
Month: May 2018
Film looks at race, poverty and family court system
Child custody and child support can be deeply emotional as well as financial issues for many people in Nebraska and across the country. The complications of dealing with the family court system can be especially difficult for people who already face problems at the...
Divorce and the children’s education
Parents in Nebraska who get a divorce should be aware of the financial impact of a divorce, particularly with regard to paying for their children's college education. Divorcing parents should take certain steps to make sure that they will be able to provide the...
Ways to make divorce less expensive
Most Nebraska residents walk down the aisle thinking that their marriage will last forever. The majority do not expect to find themselves in divorce court. However, statistics show that marriage ends in divorce for many people, and divorce often takes an emotional and...
Can you go to jail for a first-time DUI?
Summer is almost here, bringing with it a slew of celebratory holidays. Many people commemorate Memorial Day and Independence Day with backyard barbecues or grilling out with friends in local parks or campgrounds. Such gatherings often include a variety of alcoholic...
How joint custody may be beneficial for children and parents
Joint legal custody could be the right solution for some parents in Nebraska even if they do not share physical custody. Legal custody gives a parent the right to make decisions about major elements of the child's life. This includes the child's religion, education...
The difficulties of leaving an abusive marriage
Nebraska residents may not be aware of just how serious of a public health problem domestic violence can be. In fact, across the country, it is estimated that a woman is assaulted every nine seconds. Further, it is estimated that 1 in 3 individuals experienced...
Custody options for unmarried parents
Much of the information on child custody and support focuses on parents who are getting divorced. But what if you were never married in the first place? What options do unmarried parents have? The good news is that in Nebraska, parents are parents, regardless of their...
The consequences of a barroom brawl
It was supposed to be a harmless night of watching the game down at your local bar. Unfortunately, what started as some good-natured trash talk escalated into an all-out brawl by the night’s end. Now, you find yourself facing assault charges. And while this may...
Where does Nebraska stand on marijuana legalization?
As more and more states jump on the marijuana legalization bandwagon, it may leave you wondering where Nebraska stands on this issue. Currently, 29 states allow marijuana use for medical purposes, and nine have legalized recreational marijuana use. Nebraska...
