When it comes to the Lincoln area, drug crimes are treated very seriously. The drug charges that anyone who breaks these laws might face are heavy and can include fines and jail time. Even with such penalties in place, there are still some who distribute drugs and face the consequences later. This is the case …
Debate Rises Over Nebraska’s Marijuana-Related Arrest Increase
Lincoln citizens may have heard of the recent rash of drug charges that many are facing. The drug in specific is marijuana, which still remains illegal in Nebraska despite its legalization in several other states. Due to some surrounding states being among the legalized states, the number of arrests could become problematic. A recent increase …
Lincoln County DUI Given To Home Wrecker
Residents of Lincoln may indulge in some holiday parties every now and then. With Halloween just gone and Thanksgiving coming up ahead, there are plenty of opportunities to have a beer and a good laugh. However, enjoying the night safely is an important thing. Otherwise you might find yourself facing drunk driving charges, which can …
Changes In Heroin Quality May Contribute To Recent Spikes In Use
Lincoln residents may be aware that there are some issues in the area with prescription drug abuse. However, more serious drug charges have been cropping up recently due to the increased use of illegal street drugs such as heroin, which has seen a spike in usage recently. This may be the case with three people …
When Can A Party Recover Attorneys’ Fees? | National Va Claims Denial Appeal Attorneys | Lincoln Agent Orange Va Claims Law Firm
Sometimes in the scope of my practice clients inquire whether a party’s winning a lawsuit ensures their attorneys’ fees will be paid at the expense of the losing party. In general, it does not. Recently, in White v. Kohout, 286 Neb. 700 (2013), the Nebraska Supreme Court reexamined when a court may award attorneys’ fees under …
Lincoln Homeless Get Involved In Fraud Scandal
Some Lincoln residents may know how stressful it is to be an unwitting part of a crime. For example, this can include people who try cashing phony checks or people who wind up with counterfeit money. No matter how it happens, monetary fraud can occur anywhere to anyone, which is why it is important to …
Underage Drinking May Be Responsible For Crash Of Two Nebraskan Men
For residents of Lincoln, it may not be considered too unusual to wind down from a day with a little drinking. In fact, many people indulge in drinking to wind down, de-stress, or simply to enjoy themselves in the company of friends. However, drunk driving is a result of drinking around others that is all …
Help! Somebody Wants To Take My Deposition
Anytime a court reporter or an unfamiliar deputy sheriff knocks at your door with a piece of paper in hand it is generally not good news. Am I being sued? Am I being charged with a crime? If you are a witness or a party to a lawsuit, you may receive a subpoena to testify …
Not Guilty Verdict – Sexual Assault Case – Omaha
We recently won a not guilty verdict for our client in a sexual assault case in Sarpy County. The facts involved a man in his 30’s, allegedly having sexual contact with a 15 year old girl. The client was found not guilty of 3rd degree sexual assault. In this case, the verdict was based on …
Wisconsin Man Turns Himself In For DUI
Those living in Lincoln may occasionally indulge in a drink or two to relieve the stress of the work day. This is not an uncommon practice. However, it becomes a problematic practice if driving is added to the mix. For those who make the mistake of drinking and then driving, reckless behavior and a lowered …