Through the Eyes of the Child Initiative

Filed on May 18, 2010
Not designated for permanent publication, A-09-1055
SUMMARY: Adjudication of the child removed at birth was proper because the mother failed to address issues of domestic violence by her partner against her and therefore placed the child at risk for harm.  
Bianca, DOB 2/03, and Eternity, DOB 12/04, were removed from the parental [...]

Filed on February 23, 2010
Not designated for permanent publication, A-09-655
SUMMARY: Even though the children did not visually witness the domestic violence between the mother and her partner, there was sufficient evidence showing that they were adversely affected by exposure to it warranting adjudication under 43-247(3)(a).  
Mariah R., DOB 10/91, Ashley L., DOB 4/94, Justin L., [...]

Filed on January 17, 2003
265 Neb. 150, 655 N.W.2d 672
SUMMARY: During an appeal of termination of parental rights, the parents cannot collaterally attack the adjudication or case plans adopted pursuant to adjudication. The condition of the home, which was the basis for adjudication, was merely a manifestation of the parents’ inability to properly care [...]