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...
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Trucking accidents are not slowing down
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...
Can food and pollution affect breath test results?
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...
What are the factors that affect BAC?
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...
Drowsy driving is a more serious issue than some believe
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...
Four actions that can make co-parenting easier this school year
The first couple months of a new school year can be a hectic time for parents and kids. However, it can be downright chaotic if your family is still adjusting to a recent separation or divorce.You may not just be worrying about who can pick up the kids after school...
Nebraska spouses can sometimes adopt their stepchildren
Adopting a stepchild can be a deeply meaningful experience for the parent and child. Also, the legal and financial rights and responsibilities taken on by the adopting stepparent last forever and change everything. Like almost everyone, your circumstances are probably...
Do you get to keep the family farm in a divorce?
You wake up before the sun rises and know the sound of whirring tractors, the smell of manure and the mooing of your cows well. Your family has lived on this Nebraska farm for generations, and you've finally inherited it. You feel grateful your children can have a...
What are some common Nebraska traffic violation points?
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....
Is it better for couples to sleep separately?
Most couples in Nebraska choose to express intimacy by sharing a bed with one another. However, the New York Times reports that, according to one survey, approximately one-fourth of all couples choose to sleep separately. However, this perceived unwillingness to...