Personal Injury Blog

Dog Bite Claims Are on the Rise

By Jason Bottlinger on February 19, 2026

People may dismiss dog bites as minor injuries, but they are far more costly than most people assume. Dogs have filthy mouths that often contain dangerous bacteria, parasites, and viruses that are spread through their saliva. Even a mild bite may require expensive medication, and more violent ones can cause disabilities, scarring, and emotional trauma, which also amount to an expensive bill.

Read more about Close-up image of a dog biting a person’s hand, representing serious dog bite injuries and personal injury claims in Omaha, Nebraska.

Posted in: Dog Bites

Injured in a Blizzard? Here Is What You Need to Know About Insurance Claims in Nebraska

By Jason Bottlinger on February 19, 2026

Omaha residents were not expecting it. One day, it felt like winter was finally easing up. The next, a sudden blizzard swept through the metro, covering streets, parking lots and neighborhood sidewalks in snow and ice within hours.

Read more about Yellow bulldozer removing snow from a snow drift.

Posted in: Personal Injury

Why Semi-Truck Jackknife Accidents Are So Dangerous in Nebraska

By Jason Bottlinger on December 16, 2025

Few roadway events are as sudden and destructive as jackknife truck accidents. When a semi-truck folds in on itself like a pocketknife, it can block multiple lanes, crush vehicles, and trigger multi-car pileups. In Nebraska, where major freight routes like Interstate 80 carry thousands of commercial vehicles daily, the risk of these accidents is high.
Read more about A large red semi-truck with a silver grille is parked on a wet roadway, attached to a long black trailer. The image represents the dangers of jackknife truck accidents in Nebraska, highlighting how loss of control or sudden braking can cause devastating collisions on highways like I-80, often leading to severe injuries and complex liability cases.

Posted in: Truck Accidents

What to Do If Your Spouse Was the Victim of a Wrongful Death in Nebraska

By Jason Bottlinger on December 10, 2025

Losing your spouse is devastating. When that loss is caused by someone’s negligence or wrongdoing, it’s natural to feel confusion and anger, in addition to your grief. In Nebraska, the law provides surviving spouses with the legal means to seek justice and accountability.
Read more about A grieving couple dressed in black stands beside a memorial table with a bouquet of white lilies, symbolizing loss and remembrance. The image conveys the emotional weight of wrongful death cases in Nebraska and represents a surviving spouse seeking justice and compensation for their loved one’s untimely death.

Posted in: Wrongful Death

How to Avoid Getting Lowballed by the Insurance Company After an Accident

By Jason Bottlinger on December 5, 2025

If you’ve been injured in an accident in Nebraska, one of the first hurdles you’ll face is responding to the insurance company’s initial settlement offer. It’s important to remember that  lowball offers are designed to save the insurance company.
Read more about A woman sits beside a badly damaged car, holding a phone to her ear with a worried expression as she looks away. The image conveys the stress and urgency following a car accident and represents the importance of understanding how to handle insurance companies in Nebraska to avoid lowball settlement offers and secure fair compensation.

Posted in: Car Accidents

How Accident Reconstruction Strengthens a Car Accident Claim in Nebraska

By Jason Bottlinger on December 1, 2025

When people suffer serious injuries in an automobile crash, there’s a lot of evidence to sift through to find out what really happened. Modern accident reconstruction techniques can make a huge difference when it comes to getting the compensation you need to cover the cost of your injuries and other damages such as lost wages.
Read more about A digital rendering of a car frame surrounded by holographic data, charts, and mechanical schematics illustrates a high-tech accident reconstruction process. The image symbolizes how experts analyze crash dynamics, vehicle damage, and technical evidence to strengthen Nebraska car accident claims through scientific investigation and expert testimony.

Posted in: Car Accidents

Post Accident Health Costs in Nebraska: Why Evidence Matters

By Jason Bottlinger on November 15, 2025

To successfully file a claim or win a lawsuit in any type of personal injury case, you must prove two things:

  1. Someone else was legally responsible for your injury.
  2. You suffered damages that have cost you money or will cost you money in the future.

Read more about Injured man with his arm in a sling talking to a doctor holding a clipboard, symbolizing the importance of documenting medical expenses, future care costs, and injury evidence in Nebraska personal injury claims to maximize fair compensation.

Posted in: Personal Injury

Commercial Truck Accidents: HOS Violations in Rural Nebraska

By Jason Bottlinger on November 10, 2025

When semi-truck drivers refuse to take federally mandated rest breaks, the consequences can be devastating. Hours-of-service (HOS) rules are designed to prevent driver fatigue. Truckers in Omaha who break these rules can be liable for the injuries they cause.
Read more about Semi-truck driving down a highway through rural terrain, representing commercial truck accidents in Nebraska caused by hours-of-service violations, fatigue, and FMCSA regulation breaches that impact liability in rural crash claims.

Posted in: Truck Accidents

Understanding Nebraska’s Strict Liability in Dog Bite Cases

By Jason Bottlinger on November 5, 2025

Dog bites cause severe trauma and devastating injuries. Sadly, the most frequent victims of these events are children. After an attack, your family could be left to deal with unexpected medical bills, emotional distress, and the long-term effects of physical disfigurement.
Read more about Angry roaring agressive Jack Russell Terrier playing and biting his owner

Posted in: Dog Bites

Private Investigations vs. Police Reports in Omaha Crash Cases

By Jason Bottlinger on November 1, 2025

Man on his phone kneeling beside a red car with severe side damage after a crash, representing the importance of private investigations and expert crash reconstructions in Omaha accident cases when police reports may overlook key evidence.

After a serious vehicle crash in Omaha, one of the first documents people receive is a police report. Even though police reports can provide a basic overview of the accident, they aren’t designed to capture the full scope of the event.
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Posted in: Car Accidents

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