How Settlement Funds Are Delivered and Distributed in Nebraska
Detailed Answer This article explains how settlement proceeds are typically delivered and distributed in Nebraska and what to expect from the moment an insurance company issues a check until you receive your net money. This is general information only and is not legal advice. Who the check is made payable to The first practical issue […]
Read article →Challenging a Suspected Forged Will in Nebraska: How to Get a Will Thrown Out
Detailed Answer Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer and this is not legal advice. This article explains how people commonly challenge a forged will in Nebraska and what steps to consider. Consult a licensed Nebraska attorney for advice about your specific situation. What happens when you suspect a forged will? If you believe a will […]
Read article →How to Submit an Original Will to a Nebraska Probate Court When You Live Out of State
Submitting an Original Will to a Nebraska Probate Court from Out of State Summary: If you live outside Nebraska and have custody of a decedent’s original will, you generally must deliver or file that original will with the county court in the Nebraska county where the decedent was domiciled at death. This article explains the […]
Read article →How to Confirm an Original Will in Nebraska
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Nebraska attorney. Detailed answer: how to confirm whether a will is the original under Nebraska law When you receive a document that is purported to be a last will and testament, the most […]
Read article →Nebraska: What Happens If the Original Will Is Lost or Damaged in the Mail
What to do if the original will is lost or damaged in the mail under Nebraska law Detailed Answer — how Nebraska handles lost or damaged wills When the original signed will is lost or damaged while being mailed to the county court or the clerk for probate, the result depends on whether the original […]
Read article →How to Recover Surplus Funds After a Tax Sale in Nebraska
Recovering Surplus Funds After a Nebraska Tax Sale: FAQ and Step-by-Step Guide Short answer: If a county sells real property for unpaid taxes and the sale brings in more money than what was owed, Nebraska law requires the county to hold the surplus and make it available to people with a legal right to those […]
Read article →Nebraska: What Powers Does a Financial Power of Attorney Give an Agent?
How a Financial Power of Attorney Controls Your Money and Property in Nebraska Short answer: In Nebraska, a properly drafted financial power of attorney (POA) can give your agent broad authority to manage bank accounts, pay bills, handle investments and taxes, buy or sell property, deal with government benefits, and take other money-related actions if […]
Read article →Nebraska: Securing Wrongful Death Settlement Proceeds Through the Court Clerk
How to Protect and Deposit Wrongful-Death Settlement Funds with the Court in Nebraska Quick summary: If a wrongful-death settlement is pending and you want the settlement proceeds secured by the court rather than released directly to a party or attorney, Nebraska provides procedures to deposit funds with the court (the court registry) or to seek […]
Read article →Can Trust (Escrow) Funds Be Released Before a Deed Is Recorded? — Nebraska
When money held in trust can be released before deed recording — Nebraska guidance Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed Nebraska attorney before making decisions about closing, escrow, or recording. Detailed Answer Whether trust (escrow) funds can be released before a deed is recorded depends […]
Read article →Nebraska — Consequences When a Will Is Not Properly Signed During Probate
What Happens When a Will Wasn’t Properly Signed Under Nebraska Law Short answer: if a will fails to meet Nebraska’s execution requirements, a probate court can refuse to admit it. If that happens, the estate will usually be distributed under Nebraska’s intestacy rules unless another valid will exists or the court allows an exception. This […]
Read article →