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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...
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...
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...
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...
If you're going through a divorce or separation, you can avoid formal custody proceedings if you and your ex are able to come up with an agreement for caring for your children. Each state has laws pertaining to custody and child support. If you can reach an amicable...
When parents in Nebraska get divorced or separated, they must figure out how best to take care of their child, and this includes custody and child support. More importantly, you should know how long you will pay or receive child support for your children. Here's an...
Parents in Nebraska know that family dynamics can never be fully understood by a family court judge. However, if you are involved in a child custody dispute, you need to help the judge understand as much about your relationship with your child as possible. That means...
If your former spouse accused you of domestic violence in Nebraska, that accusation could come back to haunt you during your child custody case. The judge may take recent accusations into consideration as well as accusations from several months ago. Regardless of...
The state of Nebraska has put in place laws that protect the relationship between parents and their children. Since it is an obligation for parents to provide for their children's basic needs, paternity cases are quite serious in family court. Read on to find out if...
When crafting a parenting plan, there are many factors that can impact a child's emotional growth and physical safety. Your level of care and your ability to meet the needs of your child influence the court's final decision. Knowing all of the factors is imperative as...
