Can You Sue a Government Entity for a Sidewalk Fall in Nebraska?

Hauptman, O’Brien Personal Injury Lawyers

May 26, 2025

Person tripping on a defective sidewalk.

Nebraska isn’t exactly the most walkable state. But in the most walkable cities—Omaha, Lincoln, and parts of Bellevue—residents and visitors […]

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May 19, 2025

Every slip and fall case begins with a simple truth: someone fell and got hurt. But proving what happened—and why—can […]

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November 29, 2022

Being injured in a slip and fall can quickly upend your life. A fall can result in painful injuries that […]

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June 24, 2022

sign reading Caution: Wet Floor in commercial establishment

A slip and fall accident can cause a host of serious injuries. Sometimes the effects of a fall are obvious, […]

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December 7, 2021

Do I Have a Slip and Fall Case? | Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf and Lathrop

Property owners have a legal duty to ensure the safety of the premises. This encompasses everything from fixing broken sidewalks […]

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March 30, 2021

When to Sue for a Slip and Fall | Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf and Lathrop

Slip and fall accidents are usually surprising, traumatic experiences that can quickly derail your life. For most slip and fall […]

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January 15, 2021

Proving Slip and Fall Negligence | Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf and Lathrop

Ultimately, recovering compensation for the damages you have sustained in a slip and fall accident comes down to proving negligence […]

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April 22, 2020

Compensation for slip and fall accidents, like all accidents, can vary significantly. After all, the amount of compensation you receive […]

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March 18, 2020

The first thing you should do after a trip and fall accident is call a lawyer. The truth of the […]

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July 22, 2019

Like most people, you get dressed in the morning, head out of your house, and tend to the day’s chores: […]

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May 15, 2019

If you slip and fall while on someone else’s property and suffer an injury as a result, you might have […]

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November 29, 2014

The importance of removing snow and ice from sidewalks should never be underestimated. If it is not removed, sidewalks can […]

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January 31, 2014

In order to protect the investment that you have in your home, it’s necessary to perform some annual and routine […]

Client Testimonials

Virginia H

7 days ago

My attorney, Kyle, at Hauptman O'Brien was fantastic. It was a long process, at no fault of the attorney, and He kept me in the loop of the progress on my case, and fought for our victory until the end. I highly recommend them for their professionalism, care of the little guy, perseverance, and personal dedication to detail.

Pat Hartfield

21 days ago

I highly recommend Klye McGinn as an injury lawyer. Klye went over and beyond with my mom. My mom is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s and Kyle was patient, caring, and listen to her concerns. He took the time to explain thing to my mom, over and over again as required. His professionalism, energy and experience showed when it came time to deal with the big insurance company. He did much more than I expedite. He worked very hard with the other insurance company and doctors to get the required documentation needed. Thanks, Kyle, for a seamless transition. My mom was very pleased with her settlement. Thank You Judy Woods

McKinzie Arneson

1 month ago

I never received my safe ride home voucher but they reached out to me and made sure I would get one, I really appreciate the gesture! So awesome of them to do so!

Neil Reynolds

1 month ago

I think this is a great idea(Offering a Uber ride) that this Law firm is doing. As someone who worked in Law Enforcement for over 28 yrs. I've seen my share of accidents involving someone who was driving while impaired. This frim is providing a service that benifits the community. Programs like this can make a real difference. They are giving a safe & easy alternative when someone otherwise may make a risky decision. It's encouraging to see a local business step up in this manner.

Kelly King

1 month ago

Kyle has been amazing! I went to them right after i was injured and they dialed right in to the process and I did not have to look back. I do not know what I would have done without them. By far the best company out there. I would highly recommend them.

Travis Falk

2 months ago

Jeremy did a great job with my case. He kept me informed and had my best interest. I recommend this firm to fight for your rights during a difficult time.

Shanelle Clark

2 months ago

They were friendly, efficient, and handled everything, which gave me peace of mind throughout the process. They advocated for me when Progressive was pushing back, and I was very pleased with the service and the way my case was handled. Jeremy was especially great to work with. He explained the process clearly, made sure I understood everything, and kept me informed every step of the way.

patrick morehead

2 months ago

Tim was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. His hard work, dedication, and professionalism made all the difference in our case, and thanks to his persistence we were able to win. He kept us informed throughout the entire process, answered every question we had, and truly fought for us every step of the way. You can tell Tim genuinely cares about his clients and puts everything he has into getting the best possible outcome. If you want a lawyer who is knowledgeable, dependable, and willing to go the extra mile, I highly recommend Tim. We are beyond grateful for everything he did for our family.

della brasuhn

2 months ago

We are very happy with David he was always very polite and respectful. Thank you so much for.

Jake Fuller

2 months ago

Michael Khalili did a great job working my case and keeping me informed each step of the way while getting my desired outcome. I would highly recommend .

Marge Fields

3 months ago

My case ended about a year ago, but I just want to give a shout out to Tim OBrien for all he did for me after my accident. I didn’t have any idea what to do or where to begin and he walked me through the whole time. He made sure I understood everything and always kept in touch with me through the whole process. I would recommend this law firm to anyone!!

Maurice Fox

4 months ago

Very helpful and explaining the process Step-by-step David and his staff done a great job keeping me informed of every step of the process

Emily Czyz

4 months ago

David’s team was amazing! I had a very unique situation and not a lot of hope. David took on my case, went above and beyond to help me. They were open with me, told me the process step by step and made sure I had everything I needed. We had a better outcome than I ever anticipated, I can’t thank him and his team enough.

Mike Dahir

4 months ago

Excellent people to work with!!! Highly recommend.

Nikki Green

4 months ago

Thank you so much for the St. Patrick’s Day safe ride home. It was such an easy process! I appreciate the opportunity to use it.

Sam Farris

4 months ago

Great people to work with. Very enjoyable experience. Thank you guys very much.

DeAnna McSorley

4 months ago

Absolutely the best around. They work extremely hard to get done what’s needs done and what you deserve. Would give 10 stars if it would let me.

Laron Stewart

4 months ago

David cripe is a amazing attorney he will fight for you.

john lucky

4 months ago

Great people who really care

Dan Nelson

4 months ago

Mike Khalili and his team were great to work with after my accident. They were always responsive, patient with my questions, and really helped me understand what was happening throughout my workers’ comp/personal injury case. It’s a stressful process, but they made it feel much more manageable. I truly appreciate their help and would absolutely recommend Mike and his team to anyone needing a workers’ comp attorney.

Slip & Fall

Can You Sue a Government Entity for a Sidewalk Fall in Nebraska?

How Surveillance Footage Can Impact Your Slip-and-Fall Case

Do I Have a Slip and Fall Case?

Benefits of Hiring a Slip and Fall Lawyer

Building a Slip and Fall Claim

How Long After a Slip and Fall Can You Sue?

How Do You Prove Negligence in a Slip and Fall?

How Much Is a Slip and Fall Accident Worth?

What to Do After a Trip and Fall Accident

Different Types of Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and Fall Accident Compensation (and Who Is at Fault?)

Safely Clear Snow & Ice

Winter Home Maintenance and Safety Tips

Client Testimonials