"Hit and run" is a colloquial phrase that describes a situation in which someone involved in a motor vehicle accident leaves the scene before authorities arrive. The driver and passenger of a vehicle that allegedly struck two motorcyclists appear to...
Racing automobiles on public streets is not only illegal in Nebraska, but it is also highly dangerous. It poses unnecessary risks to racers, other drivers and pedestrians. A 29-year-old man allegedly involved in street racing reportedly struck three...
As frustrating as it may be to share the road with big trucks, you may be surprised how much you depend on them. Those behemoth vehicles transport almost 70% of the items you purchase in stores and online. While it is true that the U.S. economy would suffer without...
When law enforcement officers suspect that a driver is operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, they may use a breath test device to measure the driver’s blood alcohol content level. If you have ever been pulled over on suspicion of a DUI, you may...
Your blood alcohol concentration level is the measure by which Nebraska law enforcement determines if you are in violation of the laws against drunk driving. The BAC indicates how much alcohol is in your body. To a large extent, your BAC level depends on how much...
Many Nebraska residents have the obligation of handling responsibilities even when they are tired. Often, you are not at liberty to miss work or not take your kids to school just because you did not get enough sleep the night before. So, while you may wish you could...
The amount of points added to your Nebraska driver's license depends on the violation. Although fines for offenses vary, they share a similar cost structure. If you're cited for driving up to five mph over the speed limit, you might get a point on your driving record....
An accident last Wednesday morning in Omaha, Nebraska, temporarily closed a highway, sent six people to the hospital and claimed the lives of two children. The accident is still under investigation and details are sketchy, but authorities report that the crash...
If you are like most people in Nebraska, you know that the state has very tough laws about and strict consequences for driving while intoxicated offenses. Anyone charged with drunk driving may find themselves facing both criminal and civil penalties. The exact type of...
Despite the negative stereotypes that still seem to exist regarding people arrested for drunk driving, many people in Nebraska know someone who falls into this situation. In fact, you may even have been pulled over by an officer and eventually charged with a driving...
