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Nebraska Car Accident Compensation Laws<\/h1>\n
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\n By Susan Buckner, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Garrett Monteagudo, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Nebraska car accident laws exist to help accident victims recover a fair settlement after a serious accident. Nebraska is an at-fault state, so drivers must file claims with the other driver’s insurance company to recover damages. Nebraska also follows a modified comparative negligence rule. Drivers must be less than 50% at fault in an accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.<\/p>\r\n

These restrictions mean claimants need a good personal injury attorney<\/a> and an understanding of Nebraska’s car accident compensation laws.<\/p>\r\n

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Nebraska uses an at-fault system for car accident claims. In an at-fault system, drivers must file insurance claims with the other driver’s insurance company. Insurance adjusters review the accident reports and insurance claims and then determine fault.<\/p>\r\n

Nebraska requires drivers to carry minimum liability insurance or proof of financial responsibility<\/a>, meaning they can pay claims in the event of a car crash. Drivers must either have a certificate of deposit in the amount of $75,000 with the state or auto insurance:<\/p>\r\n