How to find a specific statute in Nebraska?

To find a specific statute put quotes around the statute number. For example “2-106”. Or use the Search by Statute Range below. Nebraska Revised Statutes – Browse the Nebraska Revised Statutes by chapter and article. Includes full chapters as well as individual sections.

Why are there so many laws in Nebraska?

Richard Leiter, a law professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, said there are several reasons for obscure laws, such as one that bars whale fishing in Nebraska. Some laws become void by Supreme Court decisions, and the state legislatures don’t go through the books to clean them up.

Is there a Legal Aid hotline in Nebraska?

Legal Aid of Nebraska offers a special hotline and legal resources dedicated to the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. Due to COVID-19/Coronavirus concerns, Legal Aid of Nebraska staff will be working remotely until further notice, while continuing to make all required court appearances.

Where can I find the Nebraska Uniform Commercial Code?

Nebraska Uniform Commercial Code – Browse the Nebraska State Uniform Commercial Code by chapter. Includes full chapters as well as individual sections. Appendices – 1958 Mortality Table Appendices – 1980 Mortality Table Appendices – Life Expectancy Table

What do you need to know about Nebraska negligence law?

Nebraska Negligence Law at a Glance Code Section 25-21, 185.07 to 25-21, 185.12 Comparative Negligence – Contributory Negligence-Limit to Plainti Plaintiff’s award diminishes proportiona Contribution Among Tortfeasors No; see §25-21, 185.10 Uniform Act –

Is the Statute of limitations inapplicable in Nebraska?

If facts are discovered that constitute the basis of a cause of action within 2 years from the alleged act of negligence, the discovery exception to the statute of limitations is inapplicable. Reinke Mfg. Co. v. Hayes, 256 Neb. 442, 590 N.W.2d 380 (1999).

When is someone else at fault in Nebraska?

If you’ve been injured or had property damaged and it appears as though someone else was at fault, you may be entitled to compensation under Nebraska negligence laws. However, there are many factors at play as well as important deadlines that could prevent you from any recovery.

How are negligence laws determined in each state?

Negligence law is the basic foundation by which most compensation is determined in each state. Generally, most negligence laws help to determine who is liable for an accident that occurred – and then determine how that may impact a party’s recovery for any damages that they have suffered.