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Fatal crashes in Nebraska: the 2024 figures
Crashes killed 251 people in Nebraska during 2024. That's 12.5 deaths per 100,000 population, 22nd highest nationally, and 1.15 per 100 million miles traveled.
- Rural roads accounted for 164 deaths, 65% in Nebraska compared with 41% across the country.
- Of 175 passenger vehicle occupants killed in Nebraska, 97 (55%) were unrestrained; nationally, 43%.
- Speeding was involved in 69 Nebraska deaths, 27% of the total, versus 29% nationwide.
- Motorcyclists: 32 deaths, 13% of Nebraska's total, against 16% across all states.
Figures come from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's state-by-state fatality table (FARS data); the national comparisons add up all 51 rows.
Nebraska fault, insurance and deadline rules
How Nebraska auto insurance works
Nebraska isn't one of the 12 no-fault states listed by the Insurance Information Institute, so injury claims run through the at-fault driver's liability insurance.
Minimum liability coverage
Neb. Rev. Stat. 60-310 defines an automobile liability policy as covering $25,000 for bodily injury to or death of one person in any one accident, $50,000 for two or more people and $25,000 for property damage.
Fault and recovery
Nebraska uses modified comparative negligence. Under Neb. Rev. Stat. 25-21,185.09, a claimant's contributory negligence bars recovery if it's equal to or greater than the total negligence of all defendants; otherwise damages are reduced by the claimant's share.
Time limit to sue
Neb. Rev. Stat. 25-207 sets four years for an action for an injury to the rights of the plaintiff not arising on contract.
This isn't legal advice; check the linked statutes before relying on them.
Nebraska intake checklist
- Ask for the caller's version of fault early. Under 25-21,185.09, a claimant whose negligence equals the defendants' combined negligence recovers nothing.
- Confirm the date of the collision early in the call. Neb. Rev. Stat. 25-207 gives four years, and an attorney should check anything approaching it.
- Ask which insurers are involved, theirs and the other driver's. Nebraska's required minimum is $25,000 per person for bodily injury, so in a serious injury case ask about the caller's own coverage too.
- Ask for the county and road where the crash happened. 65% of Nebraska's 2024 deaths were on rural roads, so note the exact location for the police report request.
- Ask, without judgment, whether everyone in the vehicle was belted. 55% of occupants killed in Nebraska in 2024 were unrestrained, so record the answer plainly for the attorney.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to sue after a Nebraska car crash?
In most cases, four years (Neb. Rev. Stat. 25-207). Your attorneys should confirm it for each case.
Can a partly at-fault driver recover in Nebraska?
Yes, if their negligence is less than the total negligence of all defendants, under Neb. Rev. Stat. 25-21,185.09. At equal or greater negligence, recovery is barred.
How much liability coverage must Nebraska drivers carry?
Neb. Rev. Stat. 60-310 defines an automobile liability policy as covering $25,000 for bodily injury to or death of one person in any one accident, $50,000 for two or more people and $25,000 for property damage.
How many traffic deaths did Nebraska have in 2024?
IIHS counted 251 crash deaths in Nebraska in 2024, or 12.5 per 100,000 people.
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