Section: Nebraska

Winter is the time of year for holiday celebrations, playing in the snow, and cozy nights spent with loved ones. Unfortunately, the arrival of cold weather also comes with an increased risk of injury, especially in Nebraska and surrounding areas, where extreme winter weather conditions are not uncommon. We’ll cover the most common winter injuries […]

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are a convenient alternative to taxis or public transportation and have become increasingly widespread in recent years. Large cities like Lincoln and Omaha have hundreds or even thousands of registered rideshare drivers. Of course, Uber drivers are no more immune to car accidents than any other motorist. But when […]

If you’ve been injured in an accident and have been considering filing a personal injury claim, did you know that time may be running out? Your case, whether it’s an auto accident claim, workers’ compensation case, or malpractice claim, is subject to a statute of limitations. The statute of limitations is a time limit for […]

Personal injury cases are often emotionally charged and financially demanding affairs that arise when an individual suffers harm due to someone else’s negligence or intentional actions. When pursuing compensation in a personal injury claim, one major decision the accident victim must make is whether to settle the case or take it to court.  Both options […]

With technology advancing as rapidly as it has in the last 20 or so years, self-driving cars seem like an inevitability, rather than a possibility. Companies like Tesla, Waymo, Volvo, and even Ford and Honda have all tested and incorporated self-driving technology in their vehicles in recent years. For many people, however, one major concern […]

As the weather finally starts to warm up, we at The Advocates are excited to see more people out riding bicycles and enjoying the sunshine. It’s important, though, to make sure that cyclists and motorists alike are following bicycle safety guidelines in order to avoid accidents.   We’ll go over some of the most important […]

If your case is going to litigation, you’ll need to appear in court. Your attorney will take care of the most important matters, but a court appearance is still a serious occasion and should be treated as such. If the judge finds that you are not respecting them, the court staff, or court proceedings in […]

At The Advocates, we love our dogs as much as anyone–they can be great running partners, cuddle buddies, and companions. However, it’s important to remember that man’s best friend descended from wolves, and many of them still have instincts that can make them dangerous. Using a 13-year study completed by dogsbite.org, we’ve compiled a list […]

Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft have become increasingly popular over the last decade, particularly in larger cities like New York and Los Angeles. They can be a useful alternative to taxis, public transportation, and private vehicles. However, Lyft drivers can be involved in auto accidents just like any other motorist, often resulting in property […]

Nebraska is an excellent place for hunting, thanks to its supply of big game, waterfowl, wild turkeys, and more. Hunters can enjoy the sport throughout the fall and winter, depending on the types of game they hunt. Most hunters are passionate about their sport and take care to follow gun safety guidelines while hunting. However, […]