Nebraska: rules and deadlines at a glance

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Claim deadlines · Small claims limits · Property division · Dog bite rules · Shared fault rules · Security deposit rules · Eviction notice rules · Property tax rates

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Filing deadlines (statute of limitations)

Property damage	4 years

Claim deadlines

Acknowledge	15 working days
Accept or deny	15 working days after proof of loss, or written delay notice every 30 days
Pay	Undisputed amount offered within 15 working days; paid 15 working days after acceptance

Small claims limits Single detailed source

Dollar limit	$7,500 (since July 1, 2025)
Filing fee	$58
Lawyers	Not at the hearing

Property division

System	Equitable distribution
Opt-in community property	No

Dog bite rules Single detailed source

Rule	Strict liability
Details	Strict liability

Shared fault rules

Rule	Modified comparative negligence (50% bar)
When you are barred	Barred if you are 50% or more at fault

Security deposit rules Single detailed source

Maximum deposit	1 month's rent, plus up to 0.25 month pet deposit
Return deadline	14 days

Eviction notice rules Single detailed source

Notice before filing	7 calendar days to pay

Property tax rates

Effective rate	1.44%
On a $300,000 home	$4,320 a year