Despite Nebraska’s ban the box legislation, drug possession charges can still taint your record and make it difficult to get accepted into employment and housing opportunities. If you or a loved one are facing drug possession charges, it’s important to...
Month: September 2018
Marijuana arrests on the rise despite legalization
Law enforcement agencies in Nebraska and across the U.S. are making more marijuana busts, according to a report by the FBI. The arrests are increasing even though multiple states have legalized pot in recent years. According to the report, there were 659,700...
Why and how to get a prenuptial agreement
Some Nebraska couples may resist the idea of a prenuptial agreement. People may be concerned it will upset their families, or they may not want to share private financial information about debt and bankruptcy. They might even think a prenup could increase the chances...
Divorce for older adults has financial, social implications
Nebraska adults who are 50 and older may be divorcing at higher rates than older people in previous generations. Since 1990, the divorce rate for people in that age bracket has doubled, and it is three times higher than it was in 1990 for people 65 and older. Experts...
Preparation is key in child custody proceedings
For people in Nebraska who are preparing to go through child custody proceedings, the idea of going into the courtroom to argue the case can be daunting. Legal proceedings are intimidating, somewhat by design, but preparation can alleviate nerves. Parents should keep...
