A forever family is important for children without a home. Adoptive families have the ability to create an environment where a child can thrive while building their own family. There are several steps during the adoption process of which you need to be aware. Perhaps...
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Truck driver cited for death of teen in Nebraska
Imagine riding with your friends in a vehicle. You're traveling with traffic and slow for stopped cars up ahead. Just a few moments later, you're being thrown forward in the vehicle as another strikes you from behind.This happens all too often, even though it's a type...
You can party hardy without landing in jail
Are you winding down your summer vacation by partying with friends as often as possible? Many Nebraska residents welcome in the month of September in similar fashion. Whether you put some hot dogs on the grill for pre-season NFL games or drive to the nearest lake for...
Why would you need an attorney for a truck accident claim?
If you've been involved in a crash with a truck, you may want to know if having an attorney is necessary. You can always call the insurance company and work out a settlement on your own, right?That's true, but it can be a bad idea. Some insurance companies will make a...
Farming families less likely to divorce
If you live and work on a farm, you know that it can be a stressful field. Agriculture varies with the weather and the economic stress that could be caused in a bad year is a high risk. One question some people who work in agriculture end up asking is if they can...
1 killed in traffic accident in Omaha
When there are large trucks on the road, it can be a recipe for a disaster. These large vehicles are harder to stop, so a driver who isn't paying attention or who has to evade another driver may find that he or she can't avoid an impact.For people in passenger...
Drunk driving: These facts may surprise you in Nebraska
Drunk driving is a serious problem in the United States. It's believed that around 29 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities in 2015 were a result of drunk driving in 2015. Drunk driving costs the American people around $44 billion annually and results in the deaths...
A fake ID is not a rite of passage
In a matter of weeks, your child will be heading off to college. Whether that means a short drive to the University of Nebraska or a trip to another state, the thought of your child leaving home may be filling you with a mixture of nostalgia and glee. You likely have...
A criminal record can impact your schooling in Nebraska
A criminal background check does have the potential to reduce your career possibilities after you're convicted of a crime. There are certain kinds of jobs that require background checks, like those that require you to work with the vulnerable.In Nebraska, if you're a...
Can you divide equity if you’re not married?
If you're friends who want to buy property or live with a boyfriend or girlfriend when you want to purchase a home, then you're in a situation where you'll share an asset. For many people who purchase property in this way, the main concern is, "what happens if the...

