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Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-809 and Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-810 — an action by the personal representative within two years

When a death is caused by the wrongful act, neglect or default of another, in a way that would have let the injured person sue had they lived, the one responsible is liable in an action for damages.

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Two years. The action is brought within two years after the death, by the personal representative, for the exclusive benefit of the widow or widower and next of kin.

  • Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-810

Any settlement needs the approving court's consent, and the recovery is divided by each person's share of the financial loss. A particular claim is a question for a licensed Nebraska attorney.

  • Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-810
Sources for this section (2)
  1. Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-809 — Wrongful death; action authorized
  2. Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-810 — Action for wrongful death; limitation; in whose name brought; judgment; disposition of avails; compromise of claim; procedure

Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Nebraska attorney.

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