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If you get involved in a truck accident in Nebraska, the insurance company that receives your claim will not have your best interests in mind. It is important to know how to deal with the insurance company and its claims adjuster after a truck accident correctly to protect your rights. Otherwise, you may end up settling for less than your claim is worth. Don’t Admit Fault The trucking company and its insurance carrier will begin investigating the case the same day as the crash, in most cases. Many truck companies send rapid response teams…

Motorcyclists are always at risk of potential accidents, regardless of how long they’ve been riding. Some risk factors are outside of their control, such as the actions of other drivers or dangerous road hazards. In 2020, there were 447 motorcycle crashes in Nebraska, 34 of which were fatal. Although a motorcycle accident can happen anywhere, certain roads in Nebraska are historically more dangerous for motorcyclists than others. Interstate 80 Interstate 80 is a highway that stretches over 455 miles across Nebraska. In the last ten years, more than 180 people have lost their lives…

When you hire a personal injury lawyer or another type of attorney in Nebraska, you receive what is referred to as attorney-client privilege. This is a rule of confidentiality between the attorney and his or her client. Under this rule, a lawyer may not divulge confidential communications made while rendering professional legal services to a client. How Does Attorney-Client Privilege Work? Nebraska Revised Statute 27-503 gives the state’s definition of lawyer-client privilege. This law states that a client has the privilege to refuse to disclose and prevent any other person from disclosing confidential communications…

If you strike a parked car in Nebraska, you have a legal obligation to stop at the scene of the collision and leave your information. Fleeing the scene can lead to fines and even criminal penalties for a hit-and-run. Here are the steps that you should take to fulfill your responsibilities – and protect your legal rights – as a driver after this type of car accident.  Pull Over All drivers in Nebraska have an obligation to pull over at the scene of a car accident. Under Nebraska Revised Statute 60-696, the driver of…

Every day in Omaha, hundreds of government vehicles traverse public roads and highways. These vehicles include law enforcement cars, ambulances, fire trucks, and vehicles driven by government agents. If you get into a car accident with one of these government vehicles, you may not know who is responsible for paying for the crash. Claims against the government look different in Nebraska than general car accident claims. Here’s what you need to know. Sovereign Immunity Protects Government Agencies From Liability Sovereign immunity is a federal legal doctrine that states that the government cannot be sued…

If you get involved in a car accident while you are not wearing a seat belt, this could negatively affect your car insurance claim in Nebraska. It is important not to admit fault for your car accident or answer any questions about your injuries until you’ve spoken to a car accident lawyer in Omaha. A lawyer can help you protect your rights and obtain fair financial compensation even if you weren’t wearing a seat belt. Learn more about how Nebraska law handles these types of cases.   Are Seat Belts Mandatory in Nebraska? Like most…

Roadside construction may be a necessary part of life in Nebraska, but it doesn’t make it any safer for drivers. Every year, dozens of car accidents take place in construction zones, such as collisions with equipment left too close to the road and accidents caused by road surface defects. Construction zone car accidents can be deadly, as they may involve construction workers getting hit by a car. Find out what to expect if you get into this type of auto accident in Omaha. Higher Odds of Serious Injuries and Property Damage Construction zones are…

Many accidents are frightening, chaotic, and traumatic for those involved. With or without serious injuries inflicted, a harrowing accident can have a lasting psychological impact on survivors and witnesses. Medically, this is referred to as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It can cause emotional distress and pain and suffering long after the accident is over. In Nebraska, you may be able to file a claim for financial compensation for PTSD, depending on the circumstance.  What Is PTSD? Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that can occur when someone experiences, lives through or witnesses…

A car accident of any kind or caliber can cause serious injuries to vehicle occupants, including broken bones, soft-tissue injuries, and internal injuries. A rear-end collision is no exception. A rear-end collision describes a car accident where one vehicle strikes the back end of the vehicle in front of it. The occupants of both vehicles can suffer many different injuries in a rear-end car accident. Whiplash Whiplash is the most common injury complained of after a rear-end collision. Whiplash is a type of neck injury that is caused by the head and neck “whipping”…

In a personal injury claim, the financial compensation available to a plaintiff is known as damages. Damages are meant to make a plaintiff whole again, or to restore an accident victim to the financial position that he or she would have been in had the accident not occurred. In Nebraska, however, there is a damage cap that can limit the amount of compensation available to a plaintiff. Find out how this cap could impact your personal injury case. What Is a Damage Cap? Why Do States Have Damage Caps? A damage cap is a…