Assault & Battery Nebraska
Proving Self-Defense in a Nebraska Bar Fight: Duty to Retreat vs. Stand Your Ground
A fun night out in Omaha's Old Market or downtown Lincoln can sometimes take a wrong turn, ending in a physical altercation. Bar fights are chaotic, and police often arrest the per...
Nebraska Castle Doctrine: Self-Defense Inside Your Home vs. Public Assault
Facing a physical threat is a terrifying experience, and knowing your legal rights to protect yourself is critical. In Nebraska, the laws surrounding self-defense clearly distingui...
Defending Others: When Nebraska Law Allows Physical Force to Protect a Third Party
Witnessing someone being assaulted on the street or at a social gathering triggers a natural human instinct to intervene. But from a legal perspective, stepping into someone else's...