Filing a Civil Claim Against an Abuser in Nebraska

Filing a Civil Claim Against an Abuser in Nebraska

For survivors of abuse, deciding whether to take legal action is deeply personal and often overwhelming. Many people are unaware that even if criminal charges are never filed, or a prosecutor declines to move forward, survivors in Nebraska may still have the right to...

Are people getting the legal help they need?

In 1963, the Supreme Court ruled that people accused of serious crimes have the right to legal counsel whether or not they can afford an attorney. Despite that ruling 50 years ago, many people in Nebraska and beyond aren’t getting the legal help they need, especially...