Car accidents

The moment you step into a car as a passenger, you trust the driver to get you to your destination safely. You assume they will focus on the road, obey traffic laws, and react to potential dangers. But what happens when the distraction isn’t coming from a cell phone or the radio—but from inside the car? Imagine a passenger grabbing the wheel, yelling for the driver’s attention, or insisting they look at a text message. In an instant, that distraction could cause a devastating crash. While most distracted driving cases place blame on the…

Your city has a legal responsibility for your safety. It must take reasonable steps to prevent common hazards and risks, including dangerous and defective roadways, sidewalks and intersections. If your city fails to fulfill these duties of care and you suffer an injury as a result, the city government may owe you financial compensation. A premises liability lawyer in Omaha can go over your rights as an injured victim after an accident on a city street. City Liability for Dangerous Premises in Omaha Cities, states and other municipalities share many of the same legal…

Not all car accidents involve two moving vehicles. Many involve parked cars – often without the owner present. Hitting a parked car brings with it the same driver responsibilities as a moving car accident in Nebraska. The at-fault driver must stop at the scene, exchange information and file an insurance claim. Taking the right steps after hitting a parked car in Omaha can improve the insurance process. It can also help you avoid criminal charges for a hit-and-run. Pull Over State requirements in Nebraska make it mandatory to stop at the scene of any…

The effects of a car accident extend beyond physical injuries. Many survivors experience lasting psychological trauma, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These emotional struggles can disrupt daily life, making it difficult to work, drive, or even engage in social activities. The severity of psychological effects often depends on factors like the crash’s intensity, pre-existing mental health conditions, and the level of support received after the accident. Understanding these impacts and seeking proper care can be crucial for recovery, both emotionally and legally. If you need help during your personal injury claim,…

Lane splitting refers to riding between two lanes of same-direction traffic on a motorcycle, rather than keeping only in one lane. Motorcyclists may try to lane split to pass slower-moving vehicles in heavy traffic. Lane splitting is an illegal traffic maneuver for motorcyclists in every state except California and Utah. It is not legal to lane split on a motorcycle in Nebraska. Doing so could mean a traffic infraction and fines, as well as civil liability if the motorcyclist causes a motorcycle accident. Lane-splitting is explicitly prohibited by Nebraska traffic laws. While there is…

Texting and driving is a major cause of injury and fatal car accidents in the U.S. It is a common source of driver distraction in Nebraska and around the country. In 2017, distracted drivers caused car accidents that took a total of 3,166 lives. The known risks of distracted driving, and especially texting and driving, has led many states to pass laws related to banning cellphone use behind the wheel. Nebraska is one of them. The Risks of Texting and Driving Texting and driving checks off all three forms of driver distraction: manual, visual and…