LB980

Nebraska LB980 amends the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to allow jury trial waivers, expedite proceedings, and provide for summary.

Nebraska LB980 modifies the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act by allowing parties to waive the right to a jury trial in possession actions. It mandates that trials without a jury must occur within 10-14 days of summons issuance. The bill also allows any person to confess judgment on rental agreement claims, and permits parties to agree to pay attorney's fees or limit landlord liability for negligence. It provides for summary judgment, expedited proceedings, and awards of court costs and attorney's fees in such actions. The bill harmonizes provisions and repeals the original sections.