Were you hurt in a car accident, slip and fall, or any other injury in Omaha? Nebraska gives you four years from the date of the injury to file a claim under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-207. The state follows a modified comparative fault rule. If an insurer can show you were at least 50% responsible, they may use that to block your recovery. Call Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys for a free case review.

Nebraska Laws That May Affect Your Case

Nebraska’s personal injury statute of limitations is four years. Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-207 sets this deadline. Unfortunately, if you miss this date, the court could dismiss your case regardless of its evidence. Four years pass quickly, especially when you’re managing medical treatment, missed work, and insurance phone calls.

Nebraska’s modified comparative fault rule is codified at Neb. Rev. Stat. § 25-21,185.09. Fault in an accident could be split between more than one party. If your share is 49% or less, your recovery is reduced by that amount. But if an insurer pushes that number to 50% or higher? Your claim is barred entirely.

Insurance adjusters in Nebraska use this tactic often. They may argue you were speeding, distracted, or following too close. Our attorneys could challenge how fault is being assigned and make sure the facts are clearly presented.

Did your accident involve an Omaha city vehicle, a Douglas County road defect, or any state agency employee? A different process applies to your case. Claims against state agencies must be filed within two years of the injury under the Nebraska State Tort Claims Act.

Speak with a personal injury attorney before you decide on your next move.

Why Accidents Happen on Omaha’s Roads

Founded in 1854, Omaha is Nebraska’s largest city. It’s a major hub for interstate freight, sitting where I-80 and I-480 cross through the metro. Common culprits include Interstate 80, Dodge Street, and the 132nd Street corridor.

Interstate 80 (I-80) carries coast-to-coast truck traffic through Omaha. Vehicles crash regularly on the stretch of road near the 72nd Street exit and the I-480 interchange. Drivers struggle to handle the high speeds, heavy freight volume, and abrupt lane shifts.

Then, the intersection at Dodge Street and 72nd Street is very dangerous. Left turns are prohibited on portions of Dodge. Plus, a reversible express lane adds another layer of confusion for both locals and tourists. Poor road conditions and missing pavement chunks are consistent, too.

The interchange of 132nd Street, L Street, Millard Avenue, and Industrial Road is dangerous for both drivers and pedestrians. It has 29 chaotic lanes of traffic, controlled by 19 traffic lights. The complicated intersection leaves little room for error, especially for tourists or through traffic.

After you have an accident in Omaha, the evidence disappears quickly, and witness memories fade. Speak with an attorney before you talk to any insurance adjuster.

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We Also Serve Clients Throughout Nebraska

Omaha is our Nebraska office, but Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys represents injured clients across the Cornhusker State. Whether your injury happened in Douglas County or beyond, our attorneys could help you understand your options.

Our Omaha car accident and truck wreck attorneys handle cases throughout Douglas County and across Nebraska. We also represent clients in wrongful death claims, catastrophic injury cases, and premises liability claims. Whatever type of injury brought you here, the conversation starts with a free call.