Rape and sexual assault are two of the most significant criminal charges that can be claimed against an individual. When a charge of false imprisonment is added to rape charges, it can make the situation even more daunting. Claims of false imprisonment, which means being held against one’s will, can lead to additional legal and …
Christopher Ferdico Joins Berry Law
Continuing its rapid growth, Berry Law added significant legal firepower at the end of 2017 with the addition of Christopher Ferdico. A 23-year Veteran of the Army, and a seasoned trial attorney with experience at the most prestigious levels of practice in Nebraska, Mr. Ferdico joined in December 2017 as Lead Trial Attorney. Beyond providing …
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION
If you are arrested, charged, and convicted of a sex crime or other serious offense, you may be ordered by a judge to register as a sex offender. In Nebraska, the Nebraska State Patrol, Sex Offender Registry Division of Investigative Services maintains and controls the registration files. Those convicted of sex crimes such as rape, …
Social Media Puts Teens at Risk for Child Pornography Charges
Kids do stupid things. I did stupid things when I was a kid too. I recently heard a judge remark that he still wonders how he survived his own teenage years. Advances in technology and social media have resulted in an explosion of internet pictures and videos. Unfortunately, the ease of recording and sharing leads …
Navigating Sexual Assault Allegations In Omaha, Nebraska
Sexual assault allegations can cause confusion, anxiety, shame, fear and panic. However, an experienced sexual assault attorney who has successfully navigated such cases, and who has specific knowledge of statutes, law enforcement officers and judges in the geographic area, can ensure everyone’s rights are defended and outcomes are as fair and legal as possible. For …
Preserving Families While Defending Against Criminal Charges
When family members are in trouble, we defend them. It is our first instinct. When one family member is in trouble, the rest of the family usually rallies around to help. Defending a loved one becomes much more difficult when the alleged victim is another family member. Crimes in families can often lead to permanently …
OMAHA TRAIN STATION DRUG BUSTS
Nebraska State Patrol investigators constantly look for reasons to search vehicles traveling Interstate 80 truck stops, hotels, and even train stations. While I-80 itself is considered by law enforcement to be a drug pipeline, police also look at rail lines travelling between Denver and Chicago for trains that often connect from the coasts. LUGGAGE SEARCHES …
Defending Medical Professionals Against False Sex Assault Allegations
In the wake of several sex scandals in politics and the entertainment industry, medical professionals and other human resources departments have become much more cognizant of both real and false workplace sexual assault claims. While much of the attention has turned to potential civil lawsuits, the more dangerous threat for medical professionals is the potential …
What Is Constructive Possession?
“Constructive possession” is a term used whenever someone is charged with illegal possession of something not actually in his or her possession. The difference between constructive possession and “actual” possession can seem blurry at times, but either way, a prosecuting attorney must prove the defendant is guilty of one of them to achieve conviction. “Control or Dominion” …
What Does it Take to Win a Criminal Case?
At Berry Law, we defend people every day. In society, the criminal defense attorney serves as the watchdog, holding the prosecutor and law enforcement accountable while protecting the rights of the accused. People accused of crimes often feel helpless and hopeless. Some are fortunate to have the support of family members and friends. Others lose …
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