Nebraska is one of the 33 states in the country with laws that address parents or primary caregivers exposing children to illegal drug activity. It is essential to understand the risks and protect children. Below are some examples of illegal drug activity....
Child Custody
Choosing mediation for your child custody disputes in Nebraska
The process of going through family court for child custody disputes often creates severe distress for both the parents and the children. The option to resolve their disputes through mediation may work better for some families. Mediation definition Mediation refers to...
Addiction, dependency and child custody
Parents who are divorcing in Nebraska are often concerned about how the court might determine child custody. In cases where substance abuse is an issue, both parents may wonder how it will impact the outcome. The short answer is that a family court makes custody...
What are some common questions about child custody in Nebraska?
Divorced parents in Nebraska are required to do what's best for their children. Therefore, it's normal to have questions about child custody. Some of these questions include custody definitions, how custody is determined, and unmarried parents' rights. What does it...
What are the child custody rights of unwed parents in Nebraska?
In Nebraska and elsewhere, more people are becoming parents while unmarried. It's fair to wonder what rights these parents have with respect to child custody. The child custody rights of unwed parents If a child is born out of wedlock in Nebraska and the father is...
How to make co-parenting work after a divorce
Divorce is initially hard for Nebraska parents to cope with, and focusing on establishing co-parenting techniques may help. In addition, learning effective communication techniques after emotional turmoil will help parents continue to work together to raise their...
The importance of DNA testing in paternity cases
Some Nebraska parents might find themselves in a situation where paternity needs to be established if paternity was not established voluntarily before and during the child’s birth. The reasons might vary, but parents must follow specific rules to establish paternity...
The value of co-parenting plans
Although divorce ends a marriage, issues involving child custody may require the former spouses to maintain contact. For example, visitations could require much coordination, and unexpected emergencies might upend schedules. Perhaps devising and submitting a workable...
Can you and your ex claim your child as a dependent?
]The government doesn't allow parents who file their taxes separately to both claim the dependency exemption for children. Only one parent can claim their child as a dependent on their tax return. In Nebraska, parents must be current on child support to take this tax...
Can your financial situation affect your custody case outcome?
One of the concerns parents in Nebraska might have when they are petitioning for child custody is often how their income might impact the outcome of the case. While finances do play a role in child custody decisions, there are also many other factors that are...