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•Nebraska Supreme Court held that expiration of harassment protection orders renders appeals moot

Nebraska Supreme Court Sets Mootness Standards for Protection Orders

The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled Thursday on when appeals of harassment protection orders become moot after expiration. The consolidated cases of Flinn v. Strode establish new precedent for appellate review of expired protective orders.

•Court established three-factor test for public interest exception to mootness doctrine

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•Nebraska Supreme Court established that due process determinations in juvenile cases are questions of law subject to independent appellate review

Nebraska Supreme Court Clarifies Due Process Rights in Juvenile Transfer

The Nebraska Supreme Court issued a ruling on February 6, 2026, in *In re Interest of Aaden S.*, establishing important precedent for constitutional due process requirements in juvenile transfer proceedings. The decision clarifies review standards and reinforces procedural protections for minors facing potential transfer to adult court.

•Court clarified that juvenile transfer decisions are reviewed de novo on the record for abuse of discretion

2w ago•4 min read

•State has no general right to appeal adverse criminal rulings without specific statutory authorization

Nebraska Supreme Court Limits State's Appeal Rights in Criminal Cases

The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled in State v. Jones that prosecutors have no general right to appeal adverse criminal rulings without specific statutory authorization. The court emphasized strict compliance with jurisdictional requirements under Nebraska law.

•Strict compliance with Nebraska Revised Statute Section 29-2315.01 is required for any state criminal appeal

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•Nebraska Supreme Court reinforced mandatory compliance with appellate rules in criminal appeals

Nebraska Supreme Court Reinforces Strict Appellate Rules in State v. Anthony

The Nebraska Supreme Court issued a ruling in *State v. Anthony* emphasizing strict adherence to appellate court rules and procedures. The court warned that parties failing to properly identify and present claims face potential waiver of errors, limited plain error review, or complete dismissal of their appeals.

•Court established three potential consequences for procedural failures: error waiver, plain error review only, or no review at all

3w ago•4 min read

•Piercing the corporate veil is an equitable remedy, not an independent cause of action

Nebraska Supreme Court Clarifies Corporate Veil Piercing Standards

The Nebraska Supreme Court issued a ruling in Perkins v. RMR Building Group on January 23, 2026, clarifying that piercing the corporate veil is an equitable remedy rather than a standalone legal action. The court also established important appellate review standards for equity cases involving credibility determinations.

•Appellate courts review equity cases de novo but may defer to trial court credibility assessments

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•Nebraska Supreme Court held that determining ineffective counsel claims on direct appeal is a question of law

Nebraska Supreme Court Clarifies Standards for Ineffective Counsel Claims

The Nebraska Supreme Court issued an opinion in *State v. Wilson* on January 23, 2026, establishing legal standards for when appellate courts can determine ineffective assistance of counsel claims on direct appeal. The ruling clarifies how courts must evaluate whether trial counsel's performance met constitutional requirements.

•Appellate courts must assess whether trial record contains sufficient undisputed facts for conclusive determination

3w ago•4 min read

•Nebraska Supreme Court holds that piercing the corporate veil is an equitable remedy, not a standalone legal action

Nebraska Supreme Court Clarifies Corporate Veil Piercing Standards

The Nebraska Supreme Court issued a ruling Thursday in Perkins v. RMR Building Group, clarifying that piercing the corporate veil is an equitable remedy rather than a standalone legal action. The decision establishes important precedent for when courts can hold individual owners personally liable for corporate debts.

•Court establishes de novo appellate review standard for equity cases involving corporate liability disputes

Jan 16, 2026•4 min read

•Nebraska Supreme Court establishes de novo review standard for juvenile court amenability determinations

Nebraska Supreme Court Sets New Standards for Juvenile Appeals Review

The Nebraska Supreme Court issued a ruling January 16, 2026, in *In re Interest of Johnny H.* that establishes important precedents for how appellate courts should review juvenile court decisions. The decision clarifies standards for reviewing amenability determinations under state juvenile statutes.

•Appellate courts must independently determine jurisdiction before reviewing juvenile case merits

Jan 9, 2026•4 min read

•Nebraska Supreme Court clarified jurisdictional review standards for complex multi-party corporate disputes

Nebraska Supreme Court Rules on Corporate Trust Dispute in Streck v. Ryan

The Nebraska Supreme Court issued a ruling on January 9, 2026, in the complex litigation case of Streck, Inc. v. Ryan, addressing jurisdictional questions and procedural issues in a multi-party corporate dispute involving The Ryan Foundation and various trust entities.

•Court established abuse of discretion standard for reviewing trial court final judgment certifications under Nebraska statute